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L'Oréal Paris Lengthening Mascara

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L'Oréal Paris

Lengthening Mascara

mascara · 9 ml · Makeup

L'Oréal Paris Lengthening Mascara is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 35-ingredient list, with glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains drying alcohol, sulfates (Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate) and mineral oil & petrolatum (Paraffin).

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

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Key ingredients in Lengthening Mascara

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua / WaterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  3. 3Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  4. 4Cera Alba / BeeswaxBeeswax is a natural wax made by honey bees to build their honeycomb. In skincare and…
  5. 5Acrylates CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  6. 6Synthetic FluorphlogopiteA lab-made mica, a thin, plate-like mineral that gives makeup and skincare a soft…
  7. 7Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  8. 8Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
  9. 9PEG-200 Glyceryl Stearate
  10. 10Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
  11. 11Copernicia Cerifera Cera / Carnauba WaxA hard plant wax scraped from the leaves of a Brazilian palm. It gives firmness, shine…
  12. 12Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
  13. 13Palmitic AcidPalmitic Acid is a natural fatty acid found in palm oil, shea butter and animal fats.…
  14. 14Ethylene/VA CopolymerA film-forming polymer built from vinylpyrrolidone and a long hydrocarbon chain. It…
  15. 15Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  16. 16ParaffinParaffin is a solid, waxy mix of hydrocarbons made from refined petroleum. Its main job…Mineral oil & petrolatum
  17. 17Aminomethyl Propanediol
  18. 18PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  19. 19Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  20. 20GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  21. 21HydroxyethylcelluloseHydroxyethylcellulose is a plant-derived thickener made by modifying cellulose, the…
  22. 22Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
  23. 23Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  24. 24Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  25. 25Rayon
  26. 26Myristic AcidMyristic Acid is a saturated fatty acid from plant oils like coconut and palm kernel.…
  27. 27Sodium Laureth-12 SulfateSulfates
  28. 28Sodium DehydroacetateA water-soluble salt of dehydroacetic acid that is used as a preservative to help stop…
  29. 29Laureth-21
  30. 30C11-15 Alketh-7
  31. 31Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateA synthetic antioxidant that keeps the oils and fats in a formula from going stale,…
  32. 32Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  33. 33Tetrasodium EDTATetrasodium EDTA is the salt form of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  34. 34SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
  35. 35Bambusa Vulgaris Extract

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3600524229092, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#15)
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth-12 Sulfate (#27)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumContainsParaffin (#16)
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is L'Oréal Paris Lengthening Mascara fragrance-free?

Yes. L'Oréal Paris Lengthening Mascara lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does L'Oréal Paris Lengthening Mascara contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate). Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does L'Oréal Paris Lengthening Mascara pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for contact dermatitis, perfume allergy, MI allergy and acne-prone skin. Key ingredients: Glycerin.

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