Rare Beauty joy
Rare Beauty rare beauty joy lists 25 ingredients on its label, 25 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.
- Vegan
- Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
- Hydrogenated Poly
- Mica
- Octyldodecanol
- Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Isododecane
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Sorbitan Sesquioleate
- Propylene Carbonate
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Aluminum Hydroxide
- Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed
- Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
- Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
- Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract
- Iron Oxide
- Red Lake 7
- Yellow Lake 6
- Titanium Dioxide
- Yellow Lake 5
- Red 28 Lake
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains mineral oilContains silicones
Formulation view Oil-based makeup using hydrogenated polyisobutene and isododecane for a dry, matte finish. Mica and mineral pigments provide coverage with minimal plant extracts. Factory view: inorganic clay controls rheology without ionic interactions, ideal for oily and combination skin daily wear.
Key ingredients
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- Vegan
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneOctyldodecanolIsododecane
- 油相溶剂，柔润剂
- Hydrogenated Poly
- ANTICAKING
- Mica
- VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
- Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
- ANTIFOAMING
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Other ingredients
1,2-HexanediolDisteardimonium HectoriteSorbitan SesquioleatePropylene CarbonateTriethoxycaprylylsilaneAluminum HydroxideOilHelianthus Annuus SeedGardenia Florida Fruit ExtractNelumbo Nucifera Flower ExtractNymphaea Odorata Root ExtractIron OxideRed Lake 7Yellow Lake 6Titanium DioxideYellow Lake 5Red 28 Lake
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vegan | [], | — | Green |
| Hydrogenated Polyisobutene | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Poly | 油相溶剂，柔润剂 | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Octyldodecanol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Trimethylsiloxysilicate | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Isododecane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Disteardimonium Hectorite | LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sorbitan Sesquioleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Propylene Carbonate | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Triethoxycaprylylsilane | BINDING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aluminum Hydroxide | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, OPACIFYING, SKIN PROTECTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Oil | 皮肤调理剂 | — | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract | COLORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract | REFRESHING, TONIC | — | Green |
| Iron Oxide | 附录 IV · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Red Lake 7 | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Yellow Lake 6 | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Titanium Dioxide | UV FILTER · 附录 VI · 最高浓度 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano), the sum shall not exceed the limit given in column g (Maximum concentration in ready for use preparation) · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Yellow Lake 5 | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Red 28 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Vegan
- Not an ingredient, but a concept indicating plant-derived formulation; no direct functional role, relevant for labeling.
- Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
- Hydrogenated polyisobutene; petroleum-derived lubricant forming breathable film; high purity, low irritation/comedogenicity.
- Hydrogenated Poly
- Hydrogenated poly C6-14 olefins, saturated oil; occlusive, low permeability
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Octyldodecanol
- Light emollient/emulsifier at 1-5%; low comedogenic, non-greasy feel, broadly compatible, sensitive-skin friendly.
- Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
- Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer for viscosity control; inert polymer with no known irritancy or comedogenicity.
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Silicate powder, oil-absorbing emollient; insoluble, high levels feel powdery.
- Isododecane
- Synthetic hydrocarbon solvent providing dry, silky skin feel; high volatility, non-comedogenic, common in sunscreens and foundations, usage 5-30%.
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Inorganic ionic clay thickener at 0.25-1%; water/oil/solvent systems, rheology control, avoid strong acids, may affect active release.
- Sorbitan Sesquioleate
- Non-ionic emulsifier for O/W or W/O systems; moderate emulsification power, often used with co-emulsifiers
- Propylene Carbonate
- Inert solvent and viscosity modifier; often used as penetration enhancer, mild at low levels
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Silane coupling agent at 0.1-0.5%; enhances inorganic filler adhesion, trace use, low toxicity, avoid direct contact with aqueous systems.
- Aluminum Hydroxide
- Aluminum hydroxide for emollient/thickening; opacifier, used in antiperspirants, particulate risk.
- Oil
- Generic term for oily base; not a specific INCI name, requires detailed specification for safety and compatibility assessment.
- Helianthus Annuus Seed
- Sunflower seed, typically used as oil for lipid nutrition; check oxidation stability in high-oil formulas.
- Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
- Extract for color and conditioning; watch dark batches in clear systems
- Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
- Lotus flower extract for skin conditioning; no specific irritancy or comedogenic data, generally safe at standard use.
- Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract
- Sweet water-lily root extract, tonic/refreshing claims; plant extract, batch variability & allergen check.
- Iron Oxide
- Inorganic oxide pigment for color; concentration is restricted in specific mixtures.
- Red Lake 7
- Red lake pigment, CI 15850 aluminum lake; provides red or brick shades, water-soluble, used for color only.
- Yellow Lake 6
- Yellow lake pigment, CI 19140 aluminum lake; provides yellow coloration, water-soluble, check pH stability.
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- Yellow Lake 5
- Yellow lake pigment, CI 15800 aluminum lake; provides lemon yellow shade, common in cosmetics, avoid mucosal contact.
- Red 28 Lake
- Red lake pigment; for coloring and masking. More stable than dyes, monitor batch variability.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-17. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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