max-factor Max Factor Velvet Mattes Lipstick
max-factor Max Factor Velvet Mattes Lipstick lists 35 ingredients on its label, 35 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.
- Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
- Mica
- Isopropyl Isostearate
- Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
- Acetylated Lanolin
- Ozokerite
- Candelilla Cera
- Paraffin
- Copernicia Cerifera Cera
- Cetyl Lactate
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Squalane
- Parfum
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Serica Powder
- Maltodextrin
- Persea Gratissima Oil
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- Propylparaben
- Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
- Benzyl Benzoate
- Limonene
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Ci 77891
- Ci 15850
- Ci 19140
- Ci 15985
- Ci 77499
- Ci 45410
- Ci 42090
Highlights
Free of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains animal-derivedContains mineral oilContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains parabensContains alcohol
Formulation view Castor oil base formulated with mica, waxes, and esters for structure. Enriched with wool derivatives, cocoa butter, and botanicals for nourishment, plus vitamin C and E antioxidants. Pigments provide color, preserved with propylparaben and benzoic acid. Ideal for dry lips offering high pigment and moisture, though lanolin derivatives may cause sensitivity in reactive lips.
Key ingredients
- FRAGRANCE
- Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
- ANTICAKING
- Mica
- BINDING
- Isopropyl IsostearateOzokerite
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Ethylhexyl HydroxystearateAcetylated LanolinCandelilla Cera
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Paraffin
Other ingredients
Copernicia Cerifera CeraCetyl LactateCetyl AlcoholSqualaneParfumAscorbyl PalmitateTocopheryl AcetateButyrospermum Parkii ButterSerica PowderMaltodextrinPersea Gratissima OilCocos Nucifera OilAloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractPropylparabenHydrogenated Vegetable OilBenzyl BenzoateLimoneneRetinyl PalmitateBenzyl AlcoholCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCi 77891Ci 15850Ci 19140Ci 15985Ci 77499Ci 45410Ci 42090
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ricinus Communis Seed Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isopropyl Isostearate | BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 3 | Green |
| Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Acetylated Lanolin | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Ozokerite | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 5 | Green |
| Candelilla Cera | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FILM FORMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Paraffin | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Copernicia Cerifera Cera | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FILM FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Lactate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Serica Powder | ANTISTATIC, BULKING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SMOOTHING | — | Green |
| Maltodextrin | ABSORBENT, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Persea Gratissima Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Cocos Nucifera Oil | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 4 | Green |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propylparaben | PRESERVATIVE, PERFUMING · 限制 V/12 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Benzyl Benzoate | 附录 III · 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 be placed on the market | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Retinyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS · 限制 III/376 | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Benzyl Alcohol | PRESERVATIVE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/45 and V/34 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77891 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/143 | 0 · – | Green |
| Ci 15850 | COLORANT, HAIR DYEING · 限制 IV/27 (CI 15850) III/296 (Pigment Red 57) | — | Green |
| Ci 19140 | COLORANT, HAIR DYEING · 限制 IV/44 (CI 19140) III/189 (Acid Yellow 23; Acid Yellow 23 Aluminum lake) | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 15985 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/31 | — | Green |
| Ci 77499 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/137 | — | Green |
| Ci 45410 | COLORANT, HAIR DYEING · 限制 IV/79 III/270 (Acid Red 9) | 1 · – | Green |
| Ci 42090 | COLORANT, HAIR DYEING · 限制 IV/63 (CI 42090) III/190 (Acid Blue 9; Acid Blue 9 Ammonium Salt; Acid Blue 9 Aluminum Lake) | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
- Castor oil for heavy moisturization and film formation; high viscosity, high levels may be comedogenic, blend with other oils.
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Isopropyl Isostearate
- Light emollient/ester for silky feel; stable, O/W compatible, potentially comedogenic at high levels.
- Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
- Ester emollient 1-5%; non-comedogenic, silky, compatible with sunscreens
- Acetylated Lanolin
- Animal-derived acetylated lanolin occlusive; high sensitization risk (lanolin allergy), strict control or replacement needed.
- Ozokerite
- Mineral ozokerite for viscosity and stabilization; derived from mineral oil, highly comedogenic, avoid facial use.
- Candelilla Cera
- Candelilla wax for structure; high levels may cause dryness
- Paraffin
- Paraffin wax for occlusion/viscosity control; inert/safe, may affect breathability
- Copernicia Cerifera Cera
- Carnauba wax, viscosity and film; high melt point, heat-stable, for creams.
- Cetyl Lactate
- Cetyl lactate emollient at 0.5-5%; non-irritating, non-comedogenic
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.
- Serica Powder
- Animal-derived silk protein powder for antistatic and smoothing; monitor microbial contamination and allergenic risk.
- Maltodextrin
- High-MW multifunctional excipient for thickening, binding, and emulsion stability; inert, non-penetrating conditioning.
- Persea Gratissima Oil
- Avocado oil rich in fatty acids and vitamin E; occlusive moisturizer, use with caution on oily skin.
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Occlusive moisturizing oil at 1–10%; highly comedogenic, use with caution for oily skin.
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- Aloe vera leaf extract for soothing and humectant; monitor polysaccharide level and endotoxins
- Propylparaben
- Medium-chain preservative; restricted use, pH-sensitive efficacy.
- Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
- Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin
- Benzyl Benzoate
- Chelating agent for stability; restricted substance, not permitted as single component or in mixtures at ≥0.1%.
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Vitamin A ester for skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires protection, avoid in pregnancy.
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Mild preservative/solvent at 0.5-1.0%; EU allergen (labeling required), irritation risk if concentrated, avoid in infant/highly sensitive skin.
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.
- Ci 77891
- Titanium dioxide inorganic pigment and UV filter; assess inhalation risk for nano-forms and EU restrictions
- Ci 15850
- Synthetic dye, red 57; restricted to hair dyeing in EU, not for topical cosmetics.
- Ci 19140
- Acid Yellow 23 lake; for coloring and hair dyeing. High water solubility and precipitation risk, pH control required.
- Ci 15985
- Synthetic colorant Yellow 4; known maximum usage limits, potential allergy for some, add per regulations with batch records.
- Ci 77499
- Inorganic colorant manganese dioxide used in cosmetics; restricted use component subject to regulatory limits.
- Ci 45410
- Acid Red 9, a dye used in hair coloring; restricted to rinse-off hair dye with strict residue limits.
- Ci 42090
- Acid Blue 9 lake; for coloring and brow tints. Non-permanent hair dye, watch for lake precipitation and batch shade variance.
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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