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Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Tint

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Essence

Hydra Kiss Lip Tint

lip gloss · 4 ml · Makeup

Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Tint is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 40-ingredient list, with glycerin, squalane and titanium dioxide. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum (Fragrance)) and silicones (Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Hydra Kiss Lip Tint

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Squalane

    A light, skin-compatible emollient.

  • Titanium dioxide

    A mineral UV filter.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

  • Aloe vera

    A soothing, hydrating plant juice.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2A film-forming polymer made from glycerin-based and adipic acid building blocks, used…
  3. 3Diisostearyl Malate
  4. 4Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
  5. 5GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  6. 6Diglycerin
  7. 7Hydrogenated Polydecene
  8. 8Pentylene GlycolPentylene Glycol is a small, multi-tasking liquid that attracts water to the skin and…
  9. 9Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a smooth, synthetic hydrocarbon made from isobutene. Its…
  10. 10Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
  11. 11Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeA silicone-based emulsifier that helps water and oil blend into one smooth, stable mix,…Silicones
  12. 12Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  13. 13Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
  14. 14Sorbitan IsostearateSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…
  15. 15Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilJojoba seed oil is a light, liquid oil pressed from the seeds of a desert shrub. It…
  16. 16Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractA plant-derived extract made from the leaf of the aloe vera plant. It mainly softens,…
  17. 17Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
  18. 18TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  19. 19SqualaneSqualane is a light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps it hold moisture.…
  20. 20PPG-26-Buteth-26
  21. 21Glyceryl CaprylateGlyceryl Caprylate is a mild ester of glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid found in…
  22. 22Ceteareth-20Ceteareth-20 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from fatty alcohols that helps oil…
  23. 23PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a water-soluble emulsifier made from castor oil. Its…
  24. 24Stevioside
  25. 25Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  26. 26Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
  27. 27Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
  28. 28Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  29. 29PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  30. 30Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  31. 31Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  32. 32Sodium SulfiteSodium sulfite is a white powdered salt whose main job is acting as an antioxidant,…
  33. 33Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  34. 34VanillinVanillin is the main aroma compound of vanilla, used in cosmetics to give a sweet…
  35. 35CI 16035 (Red 40)
  36. 36CI 19140 (Yellow 5)
  37. 37CI 77491 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  38. 38CI 77492 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  39. 39CI 77499 (Iron Oxides)A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  40. 40CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)Titanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…

Source: Essence product page, www.essence.eu/en-gb/p/954175/hydra-kiss-lip-tint, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (Fragrance) (#33)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone (#11)
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 Tint fragrance-free?

No. Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Tint contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 33 of 40).

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

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

What is Essence Hydra Kiss Lip Tint good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Squalane, Titanium dioxide and Vitamin E.

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