preservative

Ethylparaben

Evidenceformulation · Tier 4Irritation riskLowIn products174

The research

Ethylparaben is a preservative backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 2 studies for it.

Read the research — 2 studies

Journal of Applied Toxicology · 2020 · systematic review

Review of parabens (including ethylparaben) used as cosmetic preservatives. It calculates systemic exposure and safety margins and highlights a real risk of estrogenic effects, concluding that individual paraben-containing products should not endanger health but that concurrent use of many such products warrants caution.

Toxicological Research · 2023 · in vitro

In two cell-based in-vitro assays (ERa dimerization and transcriptional activation), ethylparaben induced estrogen receptor-alpha dimerization and showed estrogenic transcriptional activity, testing positive in both tests (along with propyl-, butyl-, isopropyl- and isobutylparaben), supporting weak estrogen-mimicking (endocrine) activity for ethylparaben.

Products with Ethylparaben

In 174 products — most often moisturizers (76), serums (33), sunscreens (26), from $8.26 to $222.25. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Proactiv

Proactiv

Green Tea Moisturizer

Moisturizer

$36.0088.7ml · $0.41/ml

★★★★★4.7(710)

Ideal for

  • GoodRedness & sensitivity
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

Green Tea Moisturizer is a retinoid treatment by Proactiv. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol.

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Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado (Various Sizes)

Serum

$50.74

★★★★★4.7(1,102)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness

Not recommended for

Acne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Propylene Glycol); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Palmitate)

Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado (Various Sizes) is a antioxidant serum by Kiehl's Since 1851. Key ingredients include Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium PCA.

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By Terry

By Terry

By Terry Brightening CC Serum 30ml

Serum

$62.9930ml · $2.10/ml

★★★★★4.6(1,427)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Redness & sensitivity

By Terry Brightening CC Serum 30ml is a antioxidant serum by By Terry. Key ingredients include Water, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol.

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No7

No7

Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Night Cream

Moisturizer

$27.9947.3ml · $0.59/ml

★★★★★4.6(640)

Ideal for

  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodLoss of firmness
  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter and Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

Obagi Medical

Obagi Medical

Obagi Medical ELASTIderm Eye Cream (0.5 oz.)

Eye Cream – for Dark circles, Dryness

$130.0014.8ml · $8.79/ml

★★★★★4.5(876)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Acne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol and Cetyl Alcohol); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Propylene Glycol); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol)

Obagi Medical ELASTIderm Eye Cream (0.5 oz.) is a eye cream by Obagi Medical. Key ingredients include Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glycerin.

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Shiseido

Shiseido

Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Eye Cream

Eye Cream

$67.0015.1ml · $4.44/ml

★★★★★4.5(5,670)

Ideal for

  • GoodDryness
  • GoodLoss of firmness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caution

May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Petrolatum and Fragrance)

Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Eye Cream is a eye cream by Shiseido. Key ingredients include Water, Petrolatum, Glycerin.

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Natura

Natura

Natura Bissé Inhibit Tensolift Neck Cream 50ml

Moisturizer

$219.4650ml · $4.39/ml

★★★★★4.4(580)

Ideal for

  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantLoss of firmness
  • RelevantDryness
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

Natura

Natura

Natura Bissé Stabilizing Cleansing Mask 75ml

Cleanser

$59.6975ml · $0.80/ml

★★★★★4.4(1,496)

Ideal for

  • GoodOiliness & shine
  • GoodBlackheads
  • GoodEnlarged pores
  • GoodAcne & breakouts

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasmaPerioral Dermatitis
Neutrogena

Neutrogena

Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil Free Moisturiser

Moisturizer

$8.26

★★★★★4.4(2,098)

Ideal for

  • StrongEnlarged pores
  • StrongUneven texture
  • StrongBlackheads
  • GoodDryness

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate and Palmitic Acid); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid and Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil Free Moisturiser is a exfoliant by Neutrogena. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol.

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No7

No7

HydraLuminous+ Hydrating Dual Phase Mask

Serum

$14.99100.5ml · $0.15/ml

★★★★★4.6(480)

Ideal for

  • GoodDryness
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantDark circles

Caution

May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Propylene Glycol); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol)

HydraLuminous+ Hydrating Dual Phase Mask is a brightening serum by No7. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.