artdeco Light Luminous Foundation
artdeco ArtDeco Light Luminous Foundation lists 34 ingredients on its label, 31 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Aqua
- C9-12 Alkane
- Glycerin
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Propanediol
- Squalane
- Pentylene Glycol
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Ethyl Oleate
- Ethyl Stearate
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate
- Aluminum Hydroxide
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables
- Ethyl Linoleate
- Xanthan Gum
- Ethyl Palmitate
- Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
- Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
- Bacillus Ferment
- Lysine
- Magnesium Chloride
- Glucose
- Tocopherol
- Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
- Sodium Chloride
- Sodium Succinate
- Citric Acid
- Ci 77491
- Ci 77492
- Ci 77499
- Ci 77891
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains fragranceContains essential oils
Formulation view O/W emulsion base with C9-12 alkanes and squalane for a lightweight feel, stabilized by hectorite. Enriched with jojoba oil, peach gum, and pea protein for hydration. A pentylene glycol-based preservative system ensures stability. Suitable for mixed to dry skin seeking a luminous finish. Formulator note: oil selection balances spreadability with low comedogenic risk.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- AquaC9-12 AlkanePropanediol
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Coco-Caprylate/CaprateSqualane
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Pentylene Glycol
- LIGHT STABILIZER
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
Other ingredients
Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleateSorbitan IsostearateEthyl OleateEthyl StearateSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilGlyceryl Caprylate/CaprateAluminum HydroxideButyrospermum Parkii Butter UnsaponifiablesEthyl LinoleateXanthan GumEthyl PalmitateAvena Sativa Kernel OilSodium Lauroyl GlutamateBacillus FermentLysineMagnesium ChlorideGlucoseTocopherolHydrolyzed Pea ProteinSodium ChlorideSodium SuccinateCitric AcidCi 77491Ci 77492Ci 77499Ci 77891
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C9-12 Alkane | SOLVENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE · 限制 Please consider whether entry 875 of Annex II to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 is applicable. According to entry 875, Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated middle, except if the full refining history is known and it can be shown that the substance from which it is produced is not a carcinogen. | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Coco-Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Disteardimonium Hectorite | LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sorbitan Isostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Ethyl Oleate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PERFUMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ethyl Stearate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aluminum Hydroxide | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, OPACIFYING, SKIN PROTECTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Ethyl Linoleate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethyl Palmitate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Avena Sativa Kernel Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Bacillus Ferment | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Lysine | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Magnesium Chloride | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, FLAVOURING | 0 · – | Green |
| Glucose | HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Pea Protein | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Succinate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77491 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/135 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77492 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/136 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77499 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/137 | — | Green |
| Ci 77891 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/143 | 0 · – | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- C9-12 Alkane
- C9-12 alkanes; solvent and emollient. Lightweight feel, verify source and refining history.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Inorganic ionic clay thickener at 0.25-1%; water/oil/solvent systems, rheology control, avoid strong acids, may affect active release.
- Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
- Mild emulsifier for O/W systems; 1-3%, avoid cationic surfactants
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Non-ionic emulsifier (low HLB); typically used in blends, low comedogenicity, soft skin feel.
- Ethyl Oleate
- Light emollient ester, fast absorption for oily skin; may contain fragrance traces
- Ethyl Stearate
- Not decoded yet
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.
- Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate
- Glyceride ester, emulsifier and conditioning; 1–5% typical, low irritancy
- Aluminum Hydroxide
- Aluminum hydroxide for emollient/thickening; opacifier, used in antiperspirants, particulate risk.
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables
- Shea butter unsaponifiables, rich in tocotrienols; high purity antioxidant/repair, premium active
- Ethyl Linoleate
- Fatty acid ester emollient for dryness; prone to oxidation, requires light protection.
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- Ethyl Palmitate
- Not decoded yet
- Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
- Oat kernel oil for skin conditioning; moisturizing, sensitive skin friendly
- Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
- Amino acid surfactant, gentle and suitable for sensitive skin; moderate cleansing power.
- Bacillus Ferment
- Bacillus ferment extract; skin conditioner with peptides; verify sterile specs and endotoxin levels
- Lysine
- Amino acid conditioner for anti-static hair care; low irritation at typical cosmetic concentrations.
- Magnesium Chloride
- Inorganic salt for thickening and pH adjustment; 0.1-1%, avoid calcium ions
- Glucose
- Low-MW humectant and buffer; high hygroscopicity requires careful preservation and humidity control.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
- Hydrolyzed pea protein; plant-based conditioner/antistatic. Use at 1-3%; requires preservatives.
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- Sodium Succinate
- Not decoded yet
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Ci 77491
- Iron oxides red; physical pigment. Coloring and photo-protective, stable and non-irritating.
- Ci 77492
- Iron oxide red; stable inorganic pigment, non-toxic; ensure dispersion to prevent sedimentation.
- Ci 77499
- Inorganic colorant manganese dioxide used in cosmetics; restricted use component subject to regulatory limits.
- Ci 77891
- Titanium dioxide inorganic pigment and UV filter; assess inhalation risk for nano-forms and EU restrictions
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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