bourjois 123 Perfect Foundation
bourjois Bourjois 123 Perfect Foundation lists 39 ingredients on its label, 38 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
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Dimethicone
- Propylene Glycol
- Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
- PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- Sodium Chloride
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- PEG-10 Dimethicone
- Zinc Pca
- Silica
- Phenoxyethanol
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Caprylyl Methicone
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Lysolecithin
- Chlorphenesin
- Dimethicone Crosspolymer
- PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone
- Parfum
- Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide
- Alcohol Denat
- Lauroyl Lysine
- Disodium EDTA
- Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
- Amyl Cinnamal
- Gossypium Herbaceum Extract
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Methicone
- Tocopherol
- Mica
- Ci 77007
- Ci 77491
- Ci 77492
- Ci 77499
- Ci 77891
- Ci 77288
- Ci 77742
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains alcohol
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
- HUMECTANT
- Propylene Glycol
- FILM FORMING
- Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
- ABSORBENT
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- BULKING
- Sodium Chloride
Other ingredients
Isononyl IsononanoatePEG-10 DimethiconeZinc PcaSilicaPhenoxyethanolTocopheryl AcetateCaprylyl MethiconeDisteardimonium HectoriteLysolecithinChlorphenesinDimethicone CrosspolymerPEG/PPG-19/19 DimethiconeParfumCassia Angustifolia Seed PolysaccharideAlcohol DenatLauroyl LysineDisodium EDTAAlpha-Isomethyl IononeAmyl CinnamalGossypium Herbaceum ExtractTriethoxycaprylylsilaneMethiconeTocopherolMicaCi 77007Ci 77491Ci 77492Ci 77499Ci 77891Ci 77288Ci 77742
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cyclopentasiloxane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer | FILM FORMING | 0 · – | Green |
| PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate | ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isononyl Isononanoate | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-10 Dimethicone | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Zinc Pca | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/24 | 1 · – | Green |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylyl Methicone | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Disteardimonium Hectorite | LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lysolecithin | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | — | Green |
| Chlorphenesin | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/50 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Dimethicone Crosspolymer | EMULSION STABILISING, HAIR FIXING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone | 皮肤调理剂,成膜剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Alcohol Denat | 溶剂,皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Lauroyl Lysine | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone | SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/90 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Amyl Cinnamal | PERFUMING · 限制 III/67 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Gossypium Herbaceum Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Triethoxycaprylylsilane | BINDING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Methicone | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77007 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/120 | 0 · 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 |
| Ci 77288 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/129 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77742 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/140 | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
- Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
- MMA crosspolymer for durable water-soluble film; high doses may create occlusion
- PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
- PEG/PPG siloxane; emulsifier/thickener; low irrit, watch PEG total conc limits
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
- Modified starch absorbent at 1–10%; for powder products, oil-absorbing without heavy feel
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- Light, low-viscosity ester emollient; excellent spreadability, good for gels and light lotions
- PEG-10 Dimethicone
- Modified silicone for silky feel and shine; PEG structure aids O/W emulsification, used in hair and skin care.
- Zinc Pca
- Zinc salt for sebum control and antimicrobial; often paired with PCA sodium, high levels may cause sensitization
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Caprylyl Methicone
- Volatile silicone, fresh feel, does not absorb oil, used in foundations and cushions.
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Inorganic ionic clay thickener at 0.25-1%; water/oil/solvent systems, rheology control, avoid strong acids, may affect active release.
- Lysolecithin
- Lecithin derivative emulsifier used for stabilization in O/W systems; no public irritancy or comedogenic data.
- Chlorphenesin
- Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.
- Dimethicone Crosspolymer
- Crosslinked silicone polymer providing silkiness and viscosity control; for hair and skin; inert but hard to biodegrade.
- PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone
- PEG/PPG grafted silicone; offers slip and gloss, verify PEG/PPG compatibility in the final formula
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide
- Not decoded yet
- Alcohol Denat
- Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.
- Lauroyl Lysine
- Lauroyl lysine, amino-acid surfactant derivative, mild foaming; often blended to lower irritation.
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
- Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
- Vanilla-like fragrance ingredient; one of EU 26 allergens, caution advised for sensitive skin.
- Amyl Cinnamal
- Fragrance ingredient restricted in the EU; usage limits apply to minimize allergic contact dermatitis risk.
- Gossypium Herbaceum Extract
- Botanical extract known for soothing and moisturizing benefits, suitable for sensitive skin.
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Silane coupling agent at 0.1-0.5%; enhances inorganic filler adhesion, trace use, low toxicity, avoid direct contact with aqueous systems.
- Methicone
- Volatile silicone offering slip and antistatic properties; inert at high purity, check cyclic isomer limits
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Ci 77007
- Mica-based colorant, restricted use; mineral origin, check heavy metal impurities compliance
- 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
- Ci 77288
- Iron Oxide Red colorant, EU restricted; ensure uniform dispersion, avoid metal ion cross-contamination.
- Ci 77742
- Titanium dioxide pigment; physical UV filter with no known irritation or sensitization
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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