Break It Down Waterproof Makeup Remover

Break it all down with this dual-phase makeup remover. Use this as the first step in your Double Cleansing Routine to Melt away your long-wear look while reviving your skin with this hydrating and soothing formula. No more struggling to remove stubborn makeup! Simply Pour, Press, and Wipe away the stay all day! Featuring Aloe Leaf Extract, Japanese Green Tea, And Glycerin. 

Suggested Usage: Gently shake before using. Saturate a cotton pad, hold on eye area against heavy makeup for a few seconds to break it down. Gently wipe away makeup and impurities. One-step, rinse-free formula.

Pro tip: do not rub or pull on the delicate eye area, let this gentle formula do the work.

Ingredients: Water/Aqua/Eau, Isohexadecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Poloxamer 184, Benzyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Disodium Edta, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Benzalkonium Chloride, Bisabolol, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Propanediol, Alcohol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Farnesol, Red 33 (CI 17200).

Base Ingredients and Solvents:

1. Water (Aqua/Eau):
   
• Acts as the primary solvent and base for the formulation.
• Helps dissolve other ingredients and provides a hydrating element.
2. Isohexadecane:
   
• A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps dissolve makeup and provides a smooth application.
• Leaves a silky feel on the skin without clogging pores.
3. Cyclopentasiloxane:
   
• A volatile silicone that evaporates quickly, leaving a soft, smooth finish.
• Helps dissolve oil-based makeup, such as waterproof mascara.
4. Cyclohexasiloxane:
   
• Similar to cyclopentasiloxane but with a slightly heavier feel.
• Helps improve the spreadability of the product.

Moisturizing and Conditioning Agents:

5. Butylene Glycol:
   
• A humectant that helps draw moisture to the skin.
• Improves the texture and spread of the remover.
6. Glycerin:
   
• A humectant that hydrates the skin and helps maintain moisture balance.
• Soothes and softens the skin after makeup removal.
7. Propanediol:
   
• A skin-friendly solvent and humectant that helps enhance skin hydration.
• Improves the penetration of other ingredients.

Cleansing and Emulsifying Agents:

8. Poloxamer 184:
   
• A mild surfactant that helps break down and remove makeup and impurities.
• Non-irritating and gentle, making it suitable for sensitive skin.   

Skin Soothing and Calming Agents:  

8. Allantoin:

• Helps soothe and protect the skin, reducing irritation from cleansing.
• Promotes skin healing and smoothness.
9. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Aloe Vera):
   
• Hydrates, soothes, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
• Helps calm the skin during the makeup removal process.
10. Bisabolol:
    
• Derived from chamomile, it has soothing, anti-inflammatory, and skin conditioning effects.
• Reduces redness and helps calm irritation.
11. Glycyrrhetinic Acid:
    
• An extract from licorice root known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
• Helps reduce redness and irritation from makeup removal.
12. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Green Tea):
    
• Antioxidant-rich and soothing, it helps calm the skin and combat oxidative stress.

Preservatives and Stabilizers:

14. Benzyl Alcohol:
    
• Acts as a preservative and solvent.
• Helps maintain the product’s freshness.
15. Phenoxyethanol:
    
• A preservative that protects the product from bacterial contamination.
• Enhances the shelf life of the makeup remover.
16. Ethylhexylglycerin:
    
• Acts as a preservative enhancer and skin conditioning agent.
• Boosts the effectiveness of other preservatives.
17. Benzalkonium Chloride:
    
• An antimicrobial agent that prevents bacterial growth.
• Ensures the hygiene and safety of the product.
18. Farnesol:
    
• A natural compound that works as a fragrance and has antibacterial properties.
• Helps maintain product stability and scent.

pH Adjusters and Stabilizers:

19. Disodium EDTA:
    
• Chelating agent that binds to metal ions, enhancing the stability of the formulation.
• Helps preserve the efficacy of the product.
20. Sodium Chloride:
    
• Acts as a viscosity enhancer and stabilizer.
• Helps to thicken the formula slightly.   

Fragrance and Colorants:

21. Red 33 (CI 17200):
    
• A colorant used to give the product a visually appealing appearance.
• Does not affect the performance but enhances aesthetic appeal.
22. Alcohol:
    
• Acts as a solvent and helps in quick drying.
• Can have a slight astringent effect, but usually balanced by moisturizing ingredients.