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Essence Aqua Jelly Colour Changing Lipstick

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Essence

Aqua Jelly Colour Changing Lipstick

lipstick · 2.8 g · Makeup

Essence Aqua Jelly Colour Changing Lipstick is free of drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 27-ingredient list, with vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, essential oils (Terpineol), labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Alcohol) and silicones (Trimethylsiloxysilicate).

  • Contains fragrance
  • Contains essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

£3.403% off the list priceat Amazon UK

Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 06:19 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.

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Key ingredients in Aqua Jelly Colour Changing Lipstick

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

27 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a smooth, synthetic hydrocarbon made from isobutene. Its…
  2. 2Tridecyl TrimellitateTridecyl Trimellitate is an emollient ester that helps formulas glide, add gloss, and…
  3. 3OctyldodecanolOctyldodecanol is a light, branched fatty alcohol used as an emollient. Its main job is…
  4. 4C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
  5. 5TrimethylsiloxysilicateTrimethylsiloxysilicate is a silicone resin that forms a thin, flexible film on skin,…Silicones
  6. 6Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene
  7. 7Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide
  8. 8Ethylhexyl PalmitateEthylhexyl Palmitate is a light, oily ester made from palmitic acid and a branched…
  9. 9Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide
  10. 10Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  11. 11TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  12. 12Diisostearyl MalateDiisostearyl Malate is a light, oil-like ester made from malic acid and a branched…
  13. 13Isostearic Acid
  14. 14Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  15. 15EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  16. 16SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
  17. 17Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  18. 18Lactic AcidLactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, a mild acid that loosens dead skin cells and…
  19. 19PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  20. 20Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  22. 22Dimethyl Phenethyl AcetateDimethyl Phenethyl Acetate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that gives a soft,…
  23. 23TerpineolTerpineol is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol found in many plant oils, mainly…Essential oils
  24. 24CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake)Blue 1 is a synthetic blue dye, also called FD&C Blue No. 1, that gives a product its…
  25. 25CI 45410 (Red 27)
  26. 26CI 77492 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  27. 27CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)Titanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…

Source: Essence product page, www.essence.eu/en-gb/p/951859/aqua-jelly-colour-changing-lipstick, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (Fragrance) (#21)
Essential oilsContainsTerpineol (#23)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsBenzyl Alcohol (#20)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsTrimethylsiloxysilicate (#5)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Essence Aqua Jelly Colour Changing Lipstick fragrance-free?

No. Essence Aqua Jelly Colour Changing Lipstick contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 21 of 27).

Does Essence Aqua Jelly Colour Changing Lipstick contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Trimethylsiloxysilicate). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Essence Aqua Jelly Colour Changing Lipstick pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, pregnancy, dry skin and dry, cracked hands. Key ingredients: Vitamin E.

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Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 06:19 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.