artdeco Natural Skin Foundation
artdeco ArtDeco Natural Skin Foundation lists 32 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
- Dicaprylyl Ether
- Silica
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Undecane
- Propanediol
- Glycerin
- Sodium Chloride
- Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate
- Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
- Tridecane
- Magnesium Sulfate
- Pentylene Glycol
- Zinc Stearate
- Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
- Stearalkonium Hectorite
- Sodium Dehydroacetate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Potassium Sorbate
- Polyglycerin-6
- Hydrogenated Lecithin
- Parfum
- Propylene Carbonate
- Citric Acid
- Stearic Acid
- Tocopherol
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Anise Alcohol
- Ci 77491
- Ci 77492
- Ci 77499
- Ci 77891
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains mineral oilContains PEGContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance
Formulation view O/W emulsion with light esters, alkane solvents, silica, and magnesium sulfate for flow control. Features antioxidants and botanicals for care, suitable for neutral to combination skin seeking light matte finish. Formulator note: non-ionic emulsifiers paired with silica create a low-tack matte texture while balancing coverage and breathability, requiring attention to potential sensitivity from essential oils.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- AquaPropanediol
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Dicaprylyl EtherUndecane
- ABRASIVE
- Silica
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- BULKING
- Sodium Chloride
Other ingredients
Polyglyceryl-6 PolyhydroxystearatePolyglyceryl-6 PolyricinoleateTridecaneMagnesium SulfatePentylene GlycolZinc StearateOpuntia Ficus-Indica Stem ExtractStearalkonium HectoriteSodium DehydroacetateSodium BenzoatePotassium SorbatePolyglycerin-6Hydrogenated LecithinParfumPropylene CarbonateCitric AcidStearic AcidTocopherolAscorbyl PalmitateAnise AlcoholCi 77491Ci 77492Ci 77499Ci 77891
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dicaprylyl Ether | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Undecane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Tridecane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Magnesium Sulfate | BULKING | 0 · – | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Zinc Stearate | ANTICAKING, COLORANT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SLIP MODIFIER · 限制 IV/150 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Stearalkonium Hectorite | GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Sodium Dehydroacetate | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/13 | — | Yellow |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Polyglycerin-6 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Hydrogenated Lecithin | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Propylene Carbonate | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Stearic Acid | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, REFATTING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Anise Alcohol | PERFUMING · 限制 III/80 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| 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
- Dicaprylyl Ether
- Lightweight diester solvent and emollient, non-greasy feel; common oil phase carrier; low irritation.
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Undecane
- Undecane; light aliphatic hydrocarbon emollient; high volatility, pair with occlusives, flammable
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate
- Non-ionic emulsifier, mild and suitable for O/W or W/O systems; typical usage 1-5%
- Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
- Emulsifier with hydrophilic properties; castor derivative, low sensitization risk.
- Tridecane
- Tridecane, a long-chain alkane acting as emollient and solvent; petrochemical-derived, inert and low toxicity.
- Magnesium Sulfate
- Bulk agent at 0.1–1%; highly water-soluble, avoid high local concentration.
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin
- Zinc Stearate
- Powder slip and dispersing agent for cosmetic powders; insoluble in water/oil.
- Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
- Prickly pear extract; traditional humectant/soother; no published irritant/comedogenic data
- Stearalkonium Hectorite
- Inorganic clay gellant with silky feel; must disperse well, high local dose can irritate.
- Sodium Dehydroacetate
- Sodium dehydroacetate, preservative <0.5%; restricted for eye, children, and lip use.
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Polyglycerin-6
- Not decoded yet
- Hydrogenated Lecithin
- Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Propylene Carbonate
- Inert solvent and viscosity modifier; often used as penetration enhancer, mild at low levels
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Stearic Acid
- Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.
- Anise Alcohol
- Anethole, one of EU 26 allergens, max 0.5% anhydrous; used in trace for anise-like fixative effect.
- 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 2026-09-21. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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