Quick verdict

High concern

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara acne and safety scorecard

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara scores 55/100 overall and 60/100 for skin compatibility. Flagged ingredients are summarized before the full analysis.

Comedogenic risk

5/5

High acne-prone skin risk based on flagged ingredients.

Fungal acne concern

Review

3 high-concern ingredient signal needs review.

Pregnancy concern

Review

Check flagged ingredients with a clinician.

Flagged ingredients

3 high concern, 3 medium concern.

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Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara

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Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara

Makeup · Mascara · Drugstore

We put Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara through our full ingredient analysis.

Chapter I · The Score

The numbers don't lie.

After analyzing 11 ingredients across four dimensions, our algorithm returned a verdict that surprised us.

0/100

Overall

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0/100

Skin Compatibility

0/100

Environmental

0/100

Naturalness

Chapter II · The Ingredients

Inside the formula.

We scored every ingredient individually. Some impressed us. Others raised serious questions.

Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer

This synthetic film-former is classified as liquid microplastic and pollutes the environment.

High Concern

30/100

Polyurethane-35

A polyurethane-based plastic film-former that is difficult to biodegrade in the environment.

High Concern

30/100

Disodium EDTA

This chelating agent is environmentally concerning as it is poorly degradable and can mobilize heavy metals in the environment.

Low Concern

78/100

Ethylene/Va Copolymer

Another synthetic polymer that contributes to the microplastic problem in cosmetic products.

High Concern

30/100

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

This surfactant can irritate the mucous membranes of the eyes and is considered potentially drying.

Moderate

58/100

PEG-200 Glyceryl Stearate

Polyethylene glycols can make the skin barrier more permeable to foreign substances and pollutants.

Moderate

45/100

Paraffin

A mineral oil product that provides consistency but is based on fossil raw materials and offers no true nourishing ingredients.

Moderate

50/100

Propylene Glycol

A synthetic solvent that can, in rare cases, cause irritation in very sensitive eye areas.

Low Concern

75/100

Phenoxyethanol

A common preservative that can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Low Concern

70/100

Soluble Collagen

Soluble collagen is moisturizing and supports the strengthening of the eyelash structure.

Low Concern

90/100

Bambusa Vulgaris Extract

Bamboo extract contains natural silicic acid, which can strengthen eyelash hairs.

Low Concern

95/100

Full ingredient list

Aqua/Water/Eau, Propylene Glycol, Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Polyurethane-35, Cera Alba/Beeswax/Cire Dabeille, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, PEG-200 Glyceryl Stearate, Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Copernicia Cerifera Cera/Carnauba Wax/Cire De Carnauba, Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Ethylene/Va Copolymer, Alcohol Denat, Paraffin, Aminomethyl Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Butylene Glycol, Rayon, Xanthan Gum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Disodium EDTA, Myristic Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Potassium Sorbate, Silica, Soluble Collagen, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Trisodium EDTA, Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499/Iron Oxides, Ci 77007/Ultramarines, Mica, Ci 77891/Titanium Dioxide, Ci 75470/Carmine, CI 77288/Chromium Oxide Greens, Ci 77742/Manganese Violet, Ci 77510/Ferric Ferrocyanide, Aqua/Water/Eau, Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Cera Alba/Beeswax/Cire Dabeille, Ethylenediamine/Stearyl Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Copernicia Cerifera Cera/Carnauba Wax/Cire De Carnauba, Ethylene/Va Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ci 77499/Iron Oxides, Ci 77007/Ultramarines, Ci 77891/Titanium Dioxide, Ci 75470/Carmine, CI 77288/Chromium Oxide Greens, Ci 77742/Manganese Violet, Ci 77510/Ferric Ferrocyanide

Chapter III · The Deep Dive

Our expert's complete verdict.

The Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara is a classic mascara designed for volume and definition. The formulation is based on a combination of water, waxes, and a variety of synthetic film formers.

🟡 Overall Rating: Moderately concerning

The mascara contains a solid base of nourishing waxes and collagen, but it also has a high number of synthetic polymers (liquid microplastics) and potentially irritating substances like PEGs and sulfates. Therefore, the composition is only conditionally recommended for the environment and very sensitive eyes.

Individual Rating of Key Ingredients

Ingredient	Rating	Function & Effect
Aqua	🟢	Solvent and base of the product.
Cera Alba / Beeswax	🟢	Beeswax; provides consistency and nourishes the eyelashes.
Copernicia Cerifera Cera	🟢	Carnauba wax; provides firmness and shine.
Propylene Glycol	🟢 / 🟡	Humectant; can be slightly irritating to very sensitive skin.
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer	🔴	Synthetic film former; classified as liquid microplastic.
Polyurethane-35	🔴	Plastic-based film former; difficult to biodegrade.
PEG-200 Glyceryl Stearate	🟡	Emulsifier; PEGs can make the skin more permeable to harmful substances.
Paraffin	🟡	Mineral oil wax; provides structure, but is a fossil raw material.
Alcohol Denat.	🟡	Solvent; has a preservative effect, but can dry out the eye area.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate	🟡	Surfactant/Emulsifier; potentially irritating to mucous membranes.
Soluble Collagen	🟢	Collagen; has a moisturizing effect and strengthens the lash structure.
Bambusa Vulgaris Extract	🟢	Bamboo extract; strengthens the lashes through natural silicic acid.
Phenoxyethanol	🟡	Preservative; considered allergenic in higher concentrations.
Disodium/Tetrasodium EDTA	🔴	Chelating agent; stabilizes the product, but is environmentally harmful.
Iron Oxides (Ci 77491/92/99)	🟢	Mineral pigments for the black/brown color.

Environmental Compatibility

The environmental balance of this product is to be considered critical due to its complex chemical composition.

◈Biodegradability: Several ingredients such as EDTA and various polymers are very difficult to break down in the environment.
◈Microplastics: The product contains several synthetic polymers (e.g., Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer) that fall into the category of liquid or dissolved microplastics.
◈Silicones/Mineral Oils: No liquid silicones are included, but paraffin, which is derived from petroleum, is present.
◈Palm Oil Issue: Ingredients such as Glyceryl Stearate or Cetyl Alcohol may be palm oil-based; information on certification is missing.

Conclusion and Recommendation

Conclusion: The Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara offers good performance for the lash structure due to ingredients like Carnauba wax and collagen. However, the use of numerous synthetic plastics and EDTA significantly worsens the ecological rating.

Recommendation:

◈Who is it suitable for? For users who value a long-lasting "fan effect" and do not have overly sensitive eyes.
◈Special Notes: Due to the "Alcohol Denat" and "Sodium Laureth Sulfate" contained, people with very dry eyes or a tendency to eczema should be cautious.
◈Purchase Recommendation: Conditional. Those who value clean beauty or environmental friendliness should opt for certified natural cosmetics. However, as a conventional product, it is a standard drugstore item.

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High Concern - Flagged Ingredients

Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer

This synthetic film-former is classified as liquid microplastic and pollutes the environment.

Polyurethane-35

A polyurethane-based plastic film-former that is difficult to biodegrade in the environment.

Ethylene/Va Copolymer

Another synthetic polymer that contributes to the microplastic problem in cosmetic products.

Chapter IV · The Verdict

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Use With Caution

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara earns a 55/100 from our algorithm. A moderate score - some effective ingredients alongside notable concerns.

55Overall

60Skin Compatibility

30Environmental

40Naturalness

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara acne-safe or comedogenic?

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara has an estimated acne and comedogenic risk of 5/5 based on 11 analyzed ingredients. A higher number suggests more caution for oily or acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

How does Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara score for sensitive skin?

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara scored 60/100 for skin compatibility and 55/100 overall - higher numbers mean lower overall concern. GlowLens flagged 3 higher-concern and 3 moderate-concern ingredient signals, so sensitive skin users are wise to patch-test first. This is informational, not medical advice.

Which ingredients in Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara are flagged?

GlowLens flagged 6 ingredients in this formula: 3 higher concern and 3 moderate concern. Review the ingredient scorecard on this page for the exact ingredient names and notes. This is informational, not medical advice.

What should I consider for Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara during pregnancy?

Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara contains higher-concern ingredient signals, so pregnancy or nursing use is best reviewed with a clinician. This is informational, not medical advice.

Quick verdict

High concern