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Clinique Advanced Concealer

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Is Clinique Advanced Concealer healthy?

Clinique Advanced Concealer scores 32/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. Clinique Advanced Concealer scores 32/100.

How does Clinique Advanced Concealer compare to other makeup?

Clinique Advanced Concealer ranks #75 of 87 makeup in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Primally Pure Lip Stick SPF 15 Lavender Mint at 100/100.

Which ingredients drive Clinique Advanced Concealer's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) — 5th ingredient, Nylon-12 (Microplastic), Polyethylene (Microplastic) are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Clinique Advanced Concealer

32 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 5
Category Makeup
Summary

Clinique Advanced Concealer scores 32/100. Contains PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), a PFAS 'forever chemical,' as the 5th ingredient — applied to the face and under-eye area daily. Also contains Nylon-12 and Polyethylene (two microplastic polymers), Phenoxyethanol, Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, and Isododecane. Concealers are applied to thin, delicate under-eye skin where absorption rates are highest, and worn for extended hours throughout the day.

Key ingredients 6

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) — 5th ingredient
Very Bad

PFAS forever chemical at high concentration in a daily concealer. Applied to thin under-eye skin where absorption rates are highest. PTFE does not break down in the body or environment.

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Nylon-12 (Microplastic)
Very Bad

Solid microplastic polymer used as a bulking agent. Does not biodegrade and accumulates in the environment. Applied directly to facial skin daily.

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Polyethylene (Microplastic)
Very Bad

Microplastic polymer that persists indefinitely in the environment. Sheds particles during application and wear on the face.

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Phenoxyethanol
Bad

Synthetic preservative that can irritate skin and eyes. Applied directly under the eyes where skin is thinnest and most sensitive.

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Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Bad

Synthetic rubber-based polymer. Styrene is classified as a possible human carcinogen. Used as a film-former but raises concerns about residual monomer content.

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Isododecane
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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