givenchy Prisme Libre Skin-Caring Matte Foundation
givenchy Givenchy Prisme Libre Skin-Caring Matte Foundation lists 38 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
- C9-12 Alkane
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Propanediol
- Silica
- Alcohol
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
- Pentylene Glycol
- Pullulan
- Stearalkonium Hectorite
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate
- Sodium Chloride
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Parfum
- Potassium Sorbate
- Maltodextrin
- Bixa Orellana Seed Extract
- Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Aluminum Hydroxide
- Kaolin
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Tocopherol
- Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Illite
- Isostearic Acid
- Lecithin
- Citric Acid
- Tin Oxide
- Ci 77891
- Ci 77491
- Ci 77492
- Ci 77499
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains alcoholContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance
Formulation view Water-based with alkanes and light esters for quick-dry matte finish. Hygroscopic agents and botanicals balance hydration and oil control. Non-ionic emulsification suits combination skin. Note: balance alcohol dryness; ensure clay homogeneity.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- AquaC9-12 AlkanePropanediol
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- ABRASIVE
- Silica
- ANTIFOAMING
- Alcohol
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Other ingredients
Pentylene GlycolPullulanStearalkonium HectoriteTrimethylsiloxysilicatePolyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleatePolyglyceryl-3 DiisostearateSodium Myristoyl GlutamateSodium ChlorideHydroxyacetophenoneParfumPotassium SorbateMaltodextrinBixa Orellana Seed ExtractTropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractAluminum HydroxideKaolinPolyhydroxystearic AcidTocopherolSynthetic Fluorphlogopite1,2-HexanediolCaprylyl GlycolIlliteIsostearic AcidLecithinCitric AcidTin OxideCi 77891Ci 77491Ci 77492Ci 77499
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C9-12 Alkane | SOLVENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE · 限制 Please consider whether entry 875 of Annex II to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 is applicable. According to entry 875, Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated middle, except if the full refining history is known and it can be shown that the substance from which it is produced is not a carcinogen. | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Alcohol | ANTIFOAMING, ANTIMICROBIAL, ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Coco-Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Pentylene Glycol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pullulan | BINDING, FILM FORMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Stearalkonium Hectorite | GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Trimethylsiloxysilicate | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyacetophenone | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Maltodextrin | ABSORBENT, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Bixa Orellana Seed Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Aluminum Hydroxide | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, OPACIFYING, SKIN PROTECTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Kaolin | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING · 限制 IV/119 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyhydroxystearic Acid | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Synthetic Fluorphlogopite | BULKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Illite | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING | 0 · – | Green |
| Isostearic Acid | BINDING, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Lecithin | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Tin Oxide | ABRASIVE, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77891 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/143 | 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 |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- C9-12 Alkane
- C9-12 alkanes; solvent and emollient. Lightweight feel, verify source and refining history.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Alcohol
- Ethanol for solubility/drying at 5-15%; high conc. is drying/irritating, avoid lip/eye, low residue, balance with humectants.
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.
- Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate
- Non-ionic emulsifier for O/W systems; very low irritation when pure, but patch testing is recommended for sensitive consumers.
- Pentylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin
- Pullulan
- Microbial polysaccharide for film forming and thickening; water-soluble film former used in capsules or moisturizing films.
- Stearalkonium Hectorite
- Inorganic clay gellant with silky feel; must disperse well, high local dose can irritate.
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Silicate powder, oil-absorbing emollient; insoluble, high levels feel powdery.
- Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
- Mild emulsifier for O/W systems; 1-3%, avoid cationic surfactants
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- Mild emulsifier for low-foam systems; suitable for sensitive skin.
- Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate
- Mild amino acid surfactant for cleansing; low foaming, gentle
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Maltodextrin
- High-MW multifunctional excipient for thickening, binding, and emulsion stability; inert, non-penetrating conditioning.
- Bixa Orellana Seed Extract
- Annatto seed extract providing natural color and conditioning; may have fragrance notes.
- Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
- Tropaeolum majus extract rich in flavonoids for skin conditioning and soothing; monitor concentration for plant sensitivities
- Aluminum Hydroxide
- Aluminum hydroxide for emollient/thickening; opacifier, used in antiperspirants, particulate risk.
- Kaolin
- Kaolin absorbent and bulk for powders/masks; check for heavy metals and comply with EU colorant limits IV/119
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Emulsifier and stabilizer at 1–3%; non-ionic, prone to hydrolysis.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
- Mica filler at 1-10%; luster/thickening, inert, verify mineral purity, no public comedogenic data.
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol
- Illite
- Mineral powder offering slip and coverage. Iron content may introduce slight color variation to the formula.
- Isostearic Acid
- Fatty acid derivative as emulsifier auxiliary and emollient; insoluble, requires homogenization, may feel slightly greasy
- Lecithin
- Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Tin Oxide
- Inorganic mineral pigment providing opacity and suspension; requires skin safety assessment, typically used in sunscreens or powder colorants.
- Ci 77891
- Titanium dioxide inorganic pigment and UV filter; assess inhalation risk for nano-forms and EU restrictions
- 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.
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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