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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover versus Lumene VEDENKESTÄVÄ Waterproof Eye & Lip Makeup Remover .

Published on September 17, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Makeup Remover French Brand France
Makeup Remover Finnish Brand Finland

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Price

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Rosacea
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 2.

Lumene VEDENKESTÄVÄ Waterproof Eye & Lip Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Isohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.

Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.

Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.

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Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 3.

Lumene VEDENKESTÄVÄ Waterproof Eye & Lip Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 6.

Lumene VEDENKESTÄVÄ Waterproof Eye & Lip Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.

You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.

There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.

The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.

Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.

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Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 7.

Lumene VEDENKESTÄVÄ Waterproof Eye & Lip Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 7.

5
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 8.

Lumene VEDENKESTÄVÄ Waterproof Eye & Lip Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 9.

6
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 14.

Lumene VEDENKESTÄVÄ Waterproof Eye & Lip Makeup Remover contains this as ingredient number 12.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

33% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
47% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet
14% are loved or liked
29% have mixed ratings
29% are disliked or very disliked
29% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover 15 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 1 rating

Lumene VEDENKESTÄVÄ Waterproof Eye & Lip Makeup Remover 14 ingredients

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