maximum DEFINITION waterproof volume mascara

mascara · 8 ml · Makeup

Essence maximum DEFINITION waterproof volume mascara is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 23-ingredient list, with panthenol and vitamin e. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Trimethylsiloxysilicate).

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

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Key ingredients in maximum DEFINITION waterproof volume mascara

Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)
Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1IsododecaneIsododecane is a light, branched oil made only of carbon and hydrogen, mainly used as a…
2ParaffinParaffin is a solid, waxy mix of hydrocarbons made from refined petroleum. Its main job…Mineral oil & petrolatum
3Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
4TrimethylsiloxysilicateTrimethylsiloxysilicate is a silicone resin that forms a thin, flexible film on skin,…Silicones
5VP/Eicosene Copolymer
6Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
7TalcTalc is a soft, powdery mineral made of magnesium, silicon, and oxygen. It absorbs oil…
8Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
9Disteardimonium HectoriteDisteardimonium Hectorite is a natural clay modified with a fatty ammonium compound to…
10Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
11SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
12Sorbitan IsostearateSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…
13PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
14Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilJojoba seed oil is a light, liquid oil pressed from the seeds of a desert shrub. It…
15TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
16Propylene CarbonatePropylene Carbonate is a clear, nearly odorless liquid that acts as a solvent. It helps…
17Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate
18EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
19Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
20PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
21Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
22Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
23CI 77499 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…

Source: Essence product page, www.essence.eu/en-gb/p/924203/maximum-definition-waterproof-volume-mas, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Trimethylsiloxysilicate (#4)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	Contains	Paraffin (#2)
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Essence maximum DEFINITION waterproof volume mascara fragrance-free?

Yes. Essence maximum DEFINITION waterproof volume mascara lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Essence maximum DEFINITION waterproof volume mascara contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Essence maximum DEFINITION waterproof volume mascara good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) and Vitamin E.