Why cosmetics irritate eyes
Recently, the issue of eye irritation from cosmetics has become a hot topic. Many consumers reported on social platforms that they experienced redness, swelling, stinging and other discomfort after using eye makeup products. This article will analyze the main reasons why cosmetics irritate the eyes based on hot discussions across the Internet in the past 10 days, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Common causes of eye irritation from cosmetics

According to consumer feedback and testing by professional institutions, the following ingredients and factors may cause eye discomfort:
| Cause classification | Specific performance | Typical cases |
|---|---|---|
| irritating ingredients | Alcohol, preservatives (such as phenoxyethanol), fragrance | A certain brand of mascara was complained about due to excessive phenoxyethanol content |
| pH imbalance | The pH of the product exceeds the eye tolerance range (normal pH 6.5-7.5) | Internet celebrity eyeliner's pH value reaches 8.2, sparking heated discussion |
| physical stimulation | Particle friction and fiber shedding | Increasing cases of fiber mascara fibers falling off and entering the eyes |
| Personal constitution | Allergic reactions, corneal sensitivity | Complaints from sensitive skin groups increased by 40% year-on-year |
2. Inventory of popular events in the past 10 days
1."Conjunctivitis caused by daily use of colored contact lenses" incident: Many bloggers reported eye congestion after using a certain Japanese brand of contact lenses, and the related topic has been read more than 200 million times.
2."Eye Cream Burns" Rights Protection Controversy: Consumers accused a big-name anti-wrinkle eye cream of causing eyelid peeling, and the brand has launched an investigation.
3.Sampling inspection of internet celebrity eyeliners: A quality inspection agency announced the irritation test results of 5 popular eyeliners, with a failure rate of 30%.
| product type | Complaint Hotspots | time distribution |
|---|---|---|
| mascara | Clumping and fiber shedding | The number of complaints in the past 7 days accounted for 35% |
| eye shadow | Stimulated by flying powder and color developer | Problems are concentrated during weekend usage periods |
| false eyelash glue | Formaldehyde exceeds the standard | Symptoms are obvious after removing makeup at night |
3. Professional protection suggestions
1.Before buying: Check the ingredient list to avoid high-risk ingredients such as ethanol and methylisothiazolinone.
2.When using: Use a good primer to isolate the eyeliner and avoid applying eyeliner on the mucous membranes.
3.Feeling unwell: Stop using immediately and rinse with saline. If serious, seek medical attention.
4. Consumer Attention Trends
| keywords | search volume growth rate | Main platform |
|---|---|---|
| Eye makeup allergy | +180% | Xiaohongshu, Weibo |
| Non-irritating eyeliner | +150% | Taobao, JD.com |
| Ophthalmologist recommended cosmetics | +210% | Douyin, Bilibili |
Experts remind: The skin around the eyes is only 1/3 of the thickness of the face. Safety and mildness should be given priority when choosing products. It is recommended to purchase through formal channels and keep the proof of purchase for rights protection. If you find product quality problems, you can complain to the 12315 platform.
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