Name: e.l.f. skin HOLY HYDRATION! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm
Brand: e.l.f. Skin
SKU: 58596

e.l.f. skin HOLY HYDRATION! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm

e.l.f. Beauty, Inc.

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

8

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Hydrogenated Soybean and/or Sunflower Seed Oil

Trans fats, elevated LDL cholesterol, increased cardiovascular disease risk, inflammation, metabolic syndrome

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

High omega-6 content, oxidative instability, potential for rancidity, mild skin sensitization in rare cases

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Limited safety data for ingestion, not approved for food use, potential for gut irritation if ingested, synthetic origin

Hydrogenated Polydecene

Not intended for ingestion, ultra-processed synthetic hydrocarbon, potential aspiration hazard if swallowed, possible tissue accumulation concerns extrapolated from mineral oil hydrocarbons, possible gastrointestinal discomfort

Polysorbate 20

Mild skin irritation possible in sensitive individuals, rare sensitization

Fragrance Mixes (Parfum, Fragrance)

Skin sensitization, allergic reactions, respiratory irritation, potential contact dermatitis, some components may have toxicity concerns

PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate

Potential skin irritation, contamination risk with ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane byproducts, environmental persistence

PEG-10 Isostearate

Potential skin irritation, possible contamination with ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane (carcinogenic impurities), unknown toxicity with ingestion, may cause allergic reactions

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Emollient, skin-conditioning, enhances product texture and absorption

Ceramide NP

Supports skin barrier function, may improve skin hydration

Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Joint health support, skin hydration, mild anti-inflammatory effects

Phytosphingosine

Supports skin barrier function, antimicrobial against Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus aureus, anti-inflammatory signaling (NF-kB/MAPK modulation), may aid acne-prone or compromised skin

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Linalool

Provides floral and citrus scent characteristics in fragrances and flavors

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Supports collagen production, may improve skin texture and repair

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Skin conditioning, potential to support extracellular matrix synthesis, may reduce visible signs of aging

Ceramide AP

Skin barrier repair, moisture retention, supports skin hydration

Ceramide EOP

Improves skin barrier function, reduces transepidermal water loss, increases skin hydration, supports management of atopic dermatitis/xerosis

Cholesterol

Essential structural component of cell membranes, precursor for steroid hormones and bile acids

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

Mild surfactant, good emulsifying properties, biodegradable, generally safe for dermal use

Geraniol

Pleasant rose-like fragrance, natural origin, potential antimicrobial properties

Product Details

Form Type

unknown

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