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Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil

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Essence

Hydra Kiss Lip Oil

lip balm · 4 ml · Makeup

Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil is free of drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 22-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, essential oils (Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Linalyl Acetate) and labelled fragrance allergens (Citronellol, Limonene).

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

£2.79at 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 Hydra Kiss Lip Oil

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Diisostearyl MalateDiisostearyl Malate is a light, oil-like ester made from malic acid and a branched…
  2. 2Tridecyl TrimellitateTridecyl Trimellitate is an emollient ester that helps formulas glide, add gloss, and…
  3. 3PolyisobutenePolyisobutene is a synthetic, sticky polymer that helps hold ingredients together and…
  4. 4SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
  5. 5Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilJojoba seed oil is a light, liquid oil pressed from the seeds of a desert shrub. It…
  6. 6Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
  7. 7Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  8. 8Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
  9. 9Glyceryl BehenateGlyceryl Behenate is a waxy ester of glycerin and behenic acid that mainly thickens…
  10. 10EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  11. 11PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  12. 12Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  13. 13Beta-CaryophylleneA natural plant-made molecule found in many essential oils, used mainly to give…
  14. 14CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  15. 15Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel OilEssential oils
  16. 16Dimethyl Phenethyl AcetateDimethyl Phenethyl Acetate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that gives a soft,…
  17. 17LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19Linalyl AcetateLinalyl acetate is a fragrance ingredient, an ester found naturally in plants like…Essential oils
  20. 20PineneA natural plant compound, called a terpene, that gives pine and some other plants their…Essential oils
  21. 21Pogostemon Cablin OilA fragrant oil steam-distilled from the leaves of the patchouli plant, a member of the…Essential oils
  22. 22VanillinVanillin is the main aroma compound of vanilla, used in cosmetics to give a sweet…

May contain (shade colorants): /[+/-]: CI 15850 (Red 6 Lake, Red 7 Lake), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 45410 (Red 28 Lake).

Source: Essence product page, www.essence.eu/en-gb/p/942193/hydra-kiss-lip-oil, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (Fragrance) (#12)
Essential oilsContainsCitrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil (#15), Linalyl Acetate (#19), Pinene (#20), Pogostemon Cablin Oil (#21)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsCitronellol (#14), Limonene (#17), Linalool (#18)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil fragrance-free?

No. Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 12 of 22).

Does Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Oil pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E.

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