Soft Glam Foundation

foundation · 30 ml · Makeup

e.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 32-ingredient list, with glycerin and dimethicone. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone).

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 Soft Glam Foundation

Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Dimethicone
A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1Water (Aqua)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2IsododecaneIsododecane is a light, branched oil made only of carbon and hydrogen, mainly used as a…
3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
4Coco-Caprylate/CaprateA light, coconut-derived ester that softens skin and hair and helps other ingredients…
5DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
6Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
7Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeA silicone-based emulsifier that helps water and oil blend into one smooth, stable mix,…Silicones
8C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
9Tridecyl Trimellitate
10Sorbitan Sesquioleate
11SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
12Boron Nitride
13Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
14Magnesium StearateMagnesium Stearate is the magnesium salt of stearic acid, a fatty acid. Its main job is…
15Magnesium SulfateMagnesium Sulfate is a mineral salt that combines magnesium with sulfate. In beauty…
16PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
17Disteardimonium HectoriteDisteardimonium Hectorite is a natural clay modified with a fatty ammonium compound to…
18PEG/PPG-15/15 DimethiconeSilicones
19TrimethylsiloxysilicateTrimethylsiloxysilicate is a silicone resin that forms a thin, flexible film on skin,…Silicones
20Diisostearyl Malate
21Silica Dimethyl SilylateA fine silica powder with a surface treated to repel water and blend into oils, used…
22Aluminum HydroxideAluminum Hydroxide is a white mineral powder that helps add coverage, opacity, and a…
23TriethoxycaprylylsilaneTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based coating agent that helps powders and…
24Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
25EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
26Erythritol
27Hibiscus Sabdariffa Fruit Extract
28Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
29Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
30Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract
31Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
32HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…

May contain (shade colorants): Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow Iron Oxide (CI 77492), Red Iron Oxide (CI 77491), Black Iron Oxide (CI 77499) Ingredients may change or vary from time to time.

Source: e.l.f. product page, www.elfcosmetics.co.uk/products/soft-glam-satin-foundation-31-medium-n, 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	Dimethicone (#5), Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone (#7), Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer (#13), PEG/PPG-15/15 Dimethicone (#18), Trimethylsiloxysilicate (#19)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is e.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation fragrance-free?

Yes. e.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does e.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is e.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation 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: Glycerin and Dimethicone.