nars Liquid Blush
nars Nars Liquid Blush lists 19 ingredients on its label, 19 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.
- Dimethicone
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
- Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer
- Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
- Boron Nitride
- Propanediol
- PEG-10 Dimethicone
- Isostearic Acid
- Vanilla Tahitensis Fruit Extract
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract
- Tocopherol
- Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
- Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
- Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/PEG-2 Soyamine/Ipdi Copolymer
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Butylene Glycol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains mineral oilContains PEGContains essential oilsContains animal-derived
Formulation view This liquid blush uses a silicone base with hydrogenated polyisobutene for a lasting, smooth finish. Plant extracts provide hydration, while boron nitride refines texture. Suitable for all skin types for a glowy look. Formulator note: Siloxane-water separation requires specialized emulsifiers; thorough removal is essential for cleanness.
Key ingredients
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
- 溶剂
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
- ANTICAKING
- Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer
- VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
- Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
- BULKING
- Boron Nitride
- SOLVENT
- Propanediol
- HAIR CONDITIONING
- PEG-10 Dimethicone
Other ingredients
Isostearic AcidVanilla Tahitensis Fruit ExtractCocos Nucifera OilGardenia Taitensis Flower ExtractTocopherolCalophyllum Inophyllum Seed OilIsopropyl Titanium TriisostearateBis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/PEG-2 Soyamine/Ipdi CopolymerDisteardimonium HectoriteButylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Water/Aqua/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Polyisobutene | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer | ANTICAKING, ANTIPERSPIRANT, BINDING, BULKING, DEODORANT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Boron Nitride | BULKING, SLIP MODIFIER | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-10 Dimethicone | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isostearic Acid | BINDING, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Vanilla Tahitensis Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cocos Nucifera Oil | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 4 | Green |
| Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, UV ABSORBER | 0 · 5 | Green |
| Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/PEG-2 Soyamine/Ipdi Copolymer | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Disteardimonium Hectorite | LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.
- Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
- Hydrogenated polyisobutene; petroleum-derived lubricant forming breathable film; high purity, low irritation/comedogenicity.
- Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer
- Water-soluble powder; anti-caking for antiperspirants/sunscreen, highly hygroscopic
- Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
- Rheology-modifying silicone polymer for suspension and feel; requires silicone-compatible system
- Boron Nitride
- Flake-shaped inorganic filler for slip and bulk in powders; control particle size to minimize inhalation risk
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- PEG-10 Dimethicone
- Modified silicone for silky feel and shine; PEG structure aids O/W emulsification, used in hair and skin care.
- Isostearic Acid
- Fatty acid derivative as emulsifier auxiliary and emollient; insoluble, requires homogenization, may feel slightly greasy
- Vanilla Tahitensis Fruit Extract
- Vanilla fruit extract providing aroma and humectancy; botanically derived
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Occlusive moisturizing oil at 1–10%; highly comedogenic, use with caution for oily skin.
- Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract
- Gardenia flower extract for skin conditioning and smoothness; verify activity and stability.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
- Tamanu oil rich in omega-3s; potential antioxidant benefits; highly comedogenic, use with caution on acne-prone skin.
- Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
- Titanium isostearate complex for UVB absorption and emulsification aid; photostable, low irritancy, low comedogenicity.
- Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/PEG-2 Soyamine/Ipdi Copolymer
- Silicone/PEG/soyamine copolymer for conditioning and film formation; smooth feel, note PEG concerns.
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Inorganic ionic clay thickener at 0.25-1%; water/oil/solvent systems, rheology control, avoid strong acids, may affect active release.
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
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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