6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Maize starch, hydrolyzed, hydrogenated
Hydration
Avène
Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin
eyes gel cleanser
Avène
Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin
eyes gel cleanser
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
46%
Combination (dry)
46%
Balanced
76%
Combination (oily)
94%
Oily
94%
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8
Ingredients
1
Benefits
0
Actives
Stubborn mascara and vivid eyeshadows are no match for the Avène Eye Make Up Remover. Specially designed to be gentle on the eyes and lashes, the gel cleanser effectively removes all traces of make up for a fresh, comfortable finish. The residue-free formula is powered by Avène's signature Thermal Spring Water ingredient. Packed full of minerals and trace elements, the water helps to soothe, refresh and hydrate the skin. Its fragrance-free composition is ideal for contact lens wearers and eyelids that are prone to sensitivity and dryness.
Key Insights
Benefits
1
Hydration
Risks
1
Synthetic polymer
Full Ingredients
8 total
About Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin
Overview
Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin is a watery-light gel cleanser from Avène, a brand based in France. The ingredient list runs to 8 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
Texture and finish
By its ingredient list the formula reads as very light — essentially a water-and-humectant base with little emollient weight. With almost no emollient load it should absorb quickly and finish close to matte.
What the formula does
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Avena Sativa Seed Water.
Hydration: Moderate. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate and Water.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits Combination (oily) and Oily skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
What it does not target
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
What is not in it
Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.
Where it fits in a routine
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes before moisturiser. Tap along the orbital bone with your ring finger; product migrates upward on its own.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Pros and cons
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Pros
- No fragrance or declared allergens
- No essential oils
- No drying alcohol
- Silicone-free
- No microplastics
- No common irritants flagged in the list
- No recognised malassezia (fungal acne) triggers
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Combination (oily) skin
- Oily skin
May suit
- Balanced skin
Less suitable for
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) skin
Sensitive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Skin concerns
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Helps with
-
Hydration 2 ingredients
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Does not target
Anti-Acne
Anti-Aging
Blackhead Reducing
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
Key ingredients
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Hydration
Formula analysis
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Hydration
Moderate
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Barrier support
None
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Antioxidant support
None
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Oil control
None
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Brightening
None
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Soothing
Moderate
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Cell renewal
None
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Firmness signalling
None
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
What is and is not in it
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Free from
- Fragrance-free
- Essential-oil-free
- No drying alcohol
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Microplastic-free
- Sulfate-free
- Dye-free
- Oil-free
- No animal-derived ingredients
What to layer it with
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Compatible with
- Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
- Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
- AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
- BHA (salicylic acid)
- PHAs (gluconolactone)
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Azelaic acid
- Copper peptides
- Bakuchiol
- Niacinamide
- Hyaluronic acid
- Ceramides
- Signal peptides
- Panthenol
- Sunscreen
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
Where it fits in a routine
Morning
Evening
- Cleanse
- Toning
- Eye
- Moisturise
- Protect
This product is the "Eye" step.
- Tap along the orbital bone with your ring finger; product migrates upward on its own.
Safety and suitability
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
- Fungal acne (malassezia)
- No ingredient here is a recognised food source for malassezia.
- Sensitive and reactive skin
- No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
- Recorded ingredient risks
- Synthetic polymer
Ingredients by function
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 8 ingredients on the label.
2
Solvent
Dissolves and carries everything else
2
Surfactant
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
2
Texture agent
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
1
Humectant
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
1
Occlusive
Forms a film that slows water loss
1
pH adjuster
Sets the acidity the formula needs to work
Ingredient breakdown
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
- Estimated level
- 30–80%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Solvent
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Avena Sativa Seed Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the seeds of Avena sativa.
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Surfactant, pH adjuster
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Texture agent
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Sodium chloride
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Surfactant
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane (75;30)
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Occlusive, Texture agent
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
C10-30 alkyl propenoate, polymer with propenoic acid, butenoic acidand/or alkyl propenoates, product with propenyl sucrose ether or propenyl 2,2-dihydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol
Synthetic polymer
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Humectant
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Maize starch, hydrolyzed, hydrogenated
Hydration
2 scientific references
- Roquettecom, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
- Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2015, pages 1-87
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
2-Phenylethanol
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Solvent
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Hydration
3 scientific references
- Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
- Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
- Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin?
AVENA SATIVA SEED WATER, TRIETHANOLAMINE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, POLOXAMER 188, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE, PHENETHYL ALCOHOL, WATER.
How do I use Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin?
Pour a small amount of the Gentle Eye Makeup Remover onto a cotton pad and leave it on the eyelid for 3 seconds. Gently remove eye and lash makeup by smoothing from top to bottom and then from bottom to top.
What skin types is Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.
Is Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin good for sensitive skin?
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Is Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin fungal acne safe?
No ingredient in this formula is a recognised food source for malassezia, the yeast behind fungal acne.
Can I use Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin while pregnant?
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Is Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin fragrance free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
Does Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin contain alcohol?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Is Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin silicone free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Does Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin contain essential oils?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Is Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin paraben free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
What can I layer with Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin?
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
When should I apply Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin?
Use it morning and evening, before moisturiser.
How many ingredients does Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin have?
It lists 8 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.
Who makes Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover for Sensitive Skin?
Avène, a brand based in France.
Brand
Avène
Country
France