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Essence

Get BIG! lashes volume boost waterproof mascara

mascara · 12 ml · Makeup

Essence Get BIG! lashes volume boost waterproof mascara is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 20-ingredient list, with vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Trimethylsiloxysilicate) and mineral oil & petrolatum (Cera Microcristallina).

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What's inside: free-from facts

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

Fits, by its list

Key ingredients in Get BIG! lashes volume boost waterproof mascara

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1IsododecaneDissolves and carries other oil-soluble ingredientsGives a light, non-greasy slipIsododecane is a light, branched oil made only of carbon and hydrogen, mainly used as a…
  2. 2Cera Microcristallina (Microcrys Talline Wax)Firms up sticks and pencilsThickens creams, lotions and balmsCera Microcristallina is a fine-grained wax refined from petroleum. It thickens… Mineral oil & petrolatum
  3. 3Aqua (Water)Dissolves salts, sugars and other water-soluble ingredientsForms the watery base of creams and gelsAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  4. 4Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) WaxFirms up solid and stick productsThickens and adds body to creams and lotionsCandelilla wax is a hard, plant-based wax taken from a desert shrub. Its main job is to…
  5. 5KaolinAbsorbs excess oil from skinGently polishes during cleansingKaolin is a soft white clay, mostly made of the mineral kaolinite, that mainly absorbs…
  6. 6TrimethylsiloxysilicateForms a smooth, flexible filmAdds shine and glossTrimethylsiloxysilicate is a silicone resin that forms a thin, flexible film on skin,… Silicones
  7. 7Disteardimonium HectoriteThickens oils and water-free formulasSuspends powders and pigments evenlyDisteardimonium Hectorite is a natural clay modified with a fatty ammonium compound to…
  8. 8Propylene GlycolDraws water into skin and hairHelps dissolve other ingredientsPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  9. 9VP/Eicosene CopolymerForms a flexible film on skin or hairHelps mascara stay putA film-forming polymer built from vinylpyrrolidone and a long hydrocarbon chain. It…
  10. 10Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) WaxFirms up stick and balm texturesAdds structure to mascaraA hard plant wax taken from the leaves of a Brazilian palm. It firms up formulas and…
  11. 11Sorbitan IsostearateHelps oil and water stay mixedGives creams and balms a smooth feelSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…
  12. 12TocopherolSlows oxidation, the breakdown of oilsHelps shield skin from everyday air and light damageTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  13. 13Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
  14. 14SilicaAbsorbs oil and reduces shineAdds slip for smooth applicationSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
  15. 15Propylene CarbonateDissolves ingredients that do not mix easilyHelps pigments and powders blend evenlyPropylene Carbonate is a clear, nearly odorless liquid that acts as a solvent. It helps…
  16. 16Tri - Methyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate
  17. 17EthylhexylglycerinBoosts other preservativesHelps keep products freshEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  18. 18Phenoxy - Ethanol
  19. 19Potassium SorbateStops mold and yeast from growingKeeps water-based formulas fresh longerPotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  20. 20CI 77499 (Iron Oxides). 04 New York (Ny 10003

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4250338494415, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsTrimethylsiloxysilicate (#6)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumContainsCera Microcristallina (Microcrys Talline Wax) (#2)
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Essence Get BIG! lashes volume boost waterproof mascara fragrance-free?

Yes. Essence Get BIG! lashes volume boost waterproof mascara lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Essence Get BIG! lashes volume boost waterproof mascara contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Essence Get BIG! lashes volume boost waterproof mascara pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy. Key ingredients: Vitamin E.

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