MAKE UP FOR EVER SensEyes - Waterproof Sensitive Eye Cleanser

MAKE UP FOR EVER SensEyes - Waterproof Sensitive Eye Cleanser

Efficacy75/100IrritancyLow

Works for

Cleansing
Sodium lauryl sulfate
Can be harsh
What the product description says
“A multitasking makeup remover for sensitive eyes that removes the most stubborn waterproof makeup in one swipe.”
Source: Sephora

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.

It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium lauryl sulfate.

Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.

Sodium lauryl sulfateEffect: HighA cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating~0.4–0.9%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
11 flagged ingredients
Low risk
We flag 11 ingredients with irritancy potential; the product's overall irritancy is low. The table lists each ingredient's own rating.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Sodium lauryl sulfateA cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritatingHigh~0.4–0.9%est.
MethylpropanediolHelps dissolve other ingredients in a formulationMedium~3.5–5.3%est.
Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~2.6–4%est.
Acrylates copolymerUsed to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistencyMedium~2.1–3.1%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~1–1.45%est.
Sodium dehydroacetateA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.6%est.
Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.4–0.9%est.
Honey extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.15–0.5%est.
Ci 42090A colorant (dye)Medium~0.1–0.4%est.
Sodium lactateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the productMedium~0.01–0.05%est.
Sodium citrateHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve productsMedium~0.01–0.05%est.
Comedogenic
1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
1 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Sodium lauryl sulfateA cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating3/5~0.4–0.9%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Isododecane~5.6–8.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture

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Methylpropanediol~3.5–5.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps dissolve other ingredients in a formulation

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Pentylene glycol~2.6–4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Acrylates copolymer~2.1–3.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency

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Tromethamine~1.6–2.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Butylene glycol~1.4–2.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Glycerin~1.3–1.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Caprylyl glycol~1–1.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Sodium dehydroacetate~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Disodium edta~0.4–0.9%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Panthenol~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Honey extract~0.15–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium lauryl sulfate~0.4–0.9%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Cleansing

A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating

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Urea~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingExfoliation

Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations

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Gossypium herbaceum flower extract~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Ci 42090~0.1–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A colorant (dye)

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Fructose~0.1–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Glucose~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function

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Inositol~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing
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Sucrose~0.05–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion

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Trehalose~0.05–0.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin

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Arginine hcl~0.05–0.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces irritation

An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin

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Lysine hcl~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing
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Ornithine hcl~0.05–0.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Ornithine hcl
Sodium lactate~0.01–0.05%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product

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Sodium citrate~0.01–0.05%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products

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Ingredient list view

Water, Isododecane, Methylpropanediol, Pentylene glycol, Acrylates copolymer, Tromethamine, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium dehydroacetate, Disodium edta, Panthenol, Honey extract, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Urea, Gossypium herbaceum flower extract, Ci 42090, Fructose, Glucose, Inositol, Sucrose, Trehalose, Arginine hcl, Lysine hcl, Ornithine hcl, Sodium lactate, Sodium citrate

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