bourjois Volume Glamour Max Definition Mascara
bourjois Bourjois Volume Glamour Max Definition Mascara 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
- Ci 77499
- Paraffin
- Cera Alba
- Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
- Copernicia Cerifera Wax
- Stearic Acid
- Polybutene
- Palmitic Acid
- Jojoba Esters
- Triethanolamine
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Phenoxyethanol
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyethylene
- Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate
- Methylparaben
- PVP
- Panthenol
- Cellulose
- Propylparaben
- Ammonium Hydroxide
- Sodium Acetate
- Potassium Sorbate
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- Simethicone
- Tetrasodium EDTA
- Pearl Powder
- Polysorbate 65
- Methylcellulose
- Tocopherol
- Sorbic Acid
- Benzoic Acid
- Sulfuric Acid
Highlights
Free of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains animal-derivedContains PEGContains sulfatesContains parabensContains alcoholContains silicones
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- COLORANT · 限制 IV
- Ci 77499
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Paraffin
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cera Alba
- FILM FORMING
- Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
- ABRASIVE
- Copernicia Cerifera Wax
- CLEANSING
- Stearic Acid
- BINDING
- Polybutene
Other ingredients
Palmitic AcidJojoba EstersTriethanolamineHydroxyethylcellulosePhenoxyethanolButylene GlycolPolyethyleneSodium Laureth-12 SulfateMethylparabenPVPPanthenolCellulosePropylparabenAmmonium HydroxideSodium AcetatePotassium SorbateIsopropyl AlcoholSimethiconeTetrasodium EDTAPearl PowderPolysorbate 65MethylcelluloseTocopherolSorbic AcidBenzoic AcidSulfuric Acid
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77499 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/137 | — | Green |
| Paraffin | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cera Alba | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, FILM FORMING, PERFUMING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer | FILM FORMING, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Copernicia Cerifera Wax | ABRASIVE, EPILATING, EXFOLIATING, FILM FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Stearic Acid | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, REFATTING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polybutene | BINDING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Palmitic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Jojoba Esters | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Triethanolamine | BUFFERING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, FRAGRANCE, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING · 限制 III/62 | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Hydroxyethylcellulose | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyethylene | ABRASIVE, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate | CLEANSING, FOAMING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Methylparaben | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/12 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| PVP | ANTISTATIC, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Panthenol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cellulose | ABSORBENT, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propylparaben | PRESERVATIVE, PERFUMING · 限制 V/12 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Ammonium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/4 | 5 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Acetate | BUFFERING, FRAGRANCE | 0 · – | Green |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | ANTIFOAMING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING | 3 · 0 | Green |
| Simethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tetrasodium EDTA | CHELATING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pearl Powder | NOT REPORTED | 0 · – | Green |
| Polysorbate 65 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Methylcellulose | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sorbic Acid | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Benzoic Acid | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, pH ADJUSTERS · 限制 V/1 | 1 · – | Green |
| Sulfuric Acid | Not decoded yet | — | — |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Ci 77499
- Inorganic colorant manganese dioxide used in cosmetics; restricted use component subject to regulatory limits.
- Paraffin
- Paraffin wax for occlusion/viscosity control; inert/safe, may affect breathability
- Cera Alba
- Animal-derived wax; emulsifier and occlusive; adds texture and emollience
- Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
- Film-forming and opacifying copolymer; provides a durable, non-tacky surface layer.
- Copernicia Cerifera Wax
- High-melting plant wax; thickener and abrasive for exfoliation or texture, high load may clog
- Stearic Acid
- Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel
- Polybutene
- Polybutene for film forming and thickening; high-viscosity inert polymer used in setting sprays or gels.
- Palmitic Acid
- Palmitic acid for emulsification/emollient; solid fat, high melting point, occlusive.
- Jojoba Esters
- Jojoba esters, light emollient ester, low comedogenic; sebum-like, excellent spreadability.
- Triethanolamine
- Triethanolamine for buffering; restricted, limit concentration to avoid high pH and irritation
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Polyethylene
- Plastic polymer particles for abrasion or film; check EU ban on microplastics in rinse-off products, flush-off only
- Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate
- Anionic sulfate surfactant for cleansing/foaming; strong foamer but can be stripping; lower concentration or blend for sensitive skin.
- Methylparaben
- Preservative, narrow spectrum; often combined, check allergen risk and regulatory limits.
- PVP
- Polyvinylpyrrolidone for film forming and thickening; used in styling and adhesion, occasional eye irritation reported.
- Panthenol
- Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery
- Cellulose
- Plant-derived thickener at 0.1–1%; requires full hydration, poor cationic compatibility
- Propylparaben
- Medium-chain preservative; restricted use, pH-sensitive efficacy.
- Ammonium Hydroxide
- Strong alkaline pH adjuster; use in low concentrations to neutralize acids, avoid direct mixing with strong acids.
- Sodium Acetate
- Sodium acetate buffer for pH adjustment; sometimes acts as mild fragrance, common in lotions and washes
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- Alcohol solvent at 1–10%; fast-evaporating, high levels may cause dryness/irritation
- Simethicone
- Silicone antifoam and conditioner; non-allergenic, smooth feel
- Tetrasodium EDTA
- Chelator removing metal ions to enhance antioxidant and preservative efficacy; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, no direct skincare function.
- Pearl Powder
- Ground pearl powder used for pigmentation or opacification; ensure fineness and purity.
- Polysorbate 65
- Not decoded yet
- Methylcellulose
- Not decoded yet
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Sorbic Acid
- Preservative effective at low pH, often combined with sorbate salts; check regulatory limits
- Benzoic Acid
- Preservative and pH adjuster at 0.1–0.5%; low water solubility, best in acidic media, irritant at high levels.
- Sulfuric Acid
- Not decoded yet
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-19. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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