merrezca MERREZ'CA Face Up Powder Pact

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.

1. Talc
2. Mica
3. Titanium Dioxide
4. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
5. Nylon-12
6. Zinc Oxide
7. Silica
8. Ci 77492
9. Magnesium Myristate
10. Triethoxycaprylylsilane
11. Mineral Oil
12. Hexyl Laurate
13. Zinc Stearate
14. Aluminum Hydroxide
15. Phenyl Trimethicone
16. Diisostearyl Malate
17. Ci 77491
18. Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
19. Caprylyl Glycol
20. Ethylhexylglycerin
21. Pca Dimethicone
22. Ci 77499
23. Polyisobutene
24. Microcrystalline Wax
25. Cyclopentasiloxane
26. Dimethylsiloxane
27. Trimethylsiloxysilicate
28. Tropolone
29. Water
30. Glycerin
31. Amber Powder
32. Amethyst Powder
33. Nephrite Powder
34. Pearl Powder
35. Tourmaline
36. Ruby Powder
37. Dimethicone
38. Cyclomethicone
39. Butylene Glycol
40. 1,2-Hexanediol
41. Disodium EDTA
42. Propylene Glycol
43. Panthenol
44. Beta-Sitosterol
45. Hydrolyzed Collagen
46. Cholesterol
47. Phenoxyethanol
48. Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
49. Niacinamide
50. Glyceryl Linoleate
51. Glyceryl Linolenate
52. Glyceryl Arachidonate
53. Ubiquinone
54. Choleth-24
55. Ceteth-24
56. Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
57. Vitamin E/Tocopheryl Acetate

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains mineral oilContains animal-derived

Formulation view Dry powder compact based on talc and mica, layered with titanium dioxide and mineral powders for coverage and matte finish. Silane coupling agents enhance powder adhesion, while minimal mineral oils improve slip. Suited for oily or combination skin. Formulator's note: multi-mineral system requires uniform dispersion; trace silane prevents agglomeration, enhancing powder extendability and skin adherence.

Key ingredients

ABRASIVE

TalcSilica

ANTICAKING

MicaMagnesium Myristate

UV FILTER · 附录 VI · 最高浓度 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano)

Titanium Dioxide

LIGHT STABILIZER

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

ANTIMICROBIAL

Zinc Oxide

COLORANT · 限制 IV

Ci 77492

Other ingredients

Nylon-12TriethoxycaprylylsilaneMineral OilHexyl LaurateZinc StearateAluminum HydroxidePhenyl TrimethiconeDiisostearyl MalateCi 77491Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/HexarosinateCaprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerinPca DimethiconeCi 77499PolyisobuteneMicrocrystalline WaxCyclopentasiloxaneDimethylsiloxaneTrimethylsiloxysilicateTropoloneWaterGlycerinAmber PowderAmethyst PowderNephrite PowderPearl PowderTourmalineRuby PowderDimethiconeCyclomethiconeButylene Glycol1,2-HexanediolDisodium EDTAPropylene GlycolPanthenolBeta-SitosterolHydrolyzed CollagenCholesterolPhenoxyethanolAscorbyl TetraisopalmitateNiacinamideGlyceryl LinoleateGlyceryl LinolenateGlyceryl ArachidonateUbiquinoneCholeth-24Ceteth-24Potassium Cetyl PhosphateVitamin E/Tocopheryl Acetate

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Ingredients explained

Talc

Inorganic mineral powder for texture and oil absorption; must be asbestos-free; fineness affects skin feel and safety, avoid inhalation.

Mica

Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required

Titanium Dioxide

Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVA absorber used with other filters; poor water stability and photolability, requires light stabilizers, max concentration typically 10%.

Nylon-12

Not decoded yet

Zinc Oxide

Physical UV filter, 30% max in EU; oily at high levels, pair with oils for feel.

Silica

Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products

Ci 77492

Iron oxide red; stable inorganic pigment, non-toxic; ensure dispersion to prevent sedimentation.

Magnesium Myristate

Magnesium myristate; powder lubricant and opacifier. For powders, boosts slip and smoothness.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Silane coupling agent at 0.1-0.5%; enhances inorganic filler adhesion, trace use, low toxicity, avoid direct contact with aqueous systems.

Mineral Oil

Occlusive emollient preventing water loss; must use high-purity medical grade to avoid impurities.

Hexyl Laurate

Light ester emollient for silky feel; 1-5%, monitor oxidative stability

Zinc Stearate

Powder slip and dispersing agent for cosmetic powders; insoluble in water/oil.

Aluminum Hydroxide

Aluminum hydroxide for emollient/thickening; opacifier, used in antiperspirants, particulate risk.

Phenyl Trimethicone

Aromatic modified silicone for high gloss and occlusion; inert, non-volatile, may leave surface residue

Diisostearyl Malate

Diisostearyl malate; lightweight emollient and emulsifier; non-greasy feel, biodegradable, used in premium systems.

Ci 77491

Iron oxides red; physical pigment. Coloring and photo-protective, stable and non-irritating.

Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate

Waxy skin conditioner; adds gloss and emollience; non-comedogenic but heavy for oily skin.

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Pca Dimethicone

Modified silicone for smoothness and shine; occlusive, suitable for dry hair, avoid excess on oily face.

Ci 77499

Inorganic colorant manganese dioxide used in cosmetics; restricted use component subject to regulatory limits.

Polyisobutene

Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks

Microcrystalline Wax

Petroleum-derived hard wax for lipsticks and ointments; provides high-melting structure, heavy feel, potentially comedogenic

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Dimethylsiloxane

Not decoded yet

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Silicate powder, oil-absorbing emollient; insoluble, high levels feel powdery.

Tropolone

Natural phenolic compound used as a skin conditioner; strong antioxidant activity, often a fragrance alternative.

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Amber Powder

Amber mineral powder used as deodorant or filler; chemically stable, very low allergen risk

Amethyst Powder

Not decoded yet

Nephrite Powder

Not decoded yet

Pearl Powder

Ground pearl powder used for pigmentation or opacification; ensure fineness and purity.

Tourmaline

Tourmaline mineral powder for viscosity control or tactile modification. Inert and non-irritating; manage dust inhalation risks during manufacturing.

Ruby Powder

Inorganic mineral pigment for red tone; physical coverage, check heavy metal purity.

Dimethicone

Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin

Cyclomethicone

Volatile silicone for light feel; contains D4 restricted by EU, must be <0.1% after 2026

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Propylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Beta-Sitosterol

Plant sterol for emulsion stability and barrier support; high levels may destabilize hydrophilic systems.

Hydrolyzed Collagen

Hydrolyzed protein for film-forming and moisture; molecular weight limits penetration, check source for shellfish allergies

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Vitamin C ester antioxidant; more stable than ascorbic acid but still light-sensitive.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Glyceryl Linoleate

Glyceryl linoleate; emulsifier and emollient; oxidation-prone, requires antioxidants

Glyceryl Linolenate

Emollient/moisturizer; potential allergen, caution in sensitive skin

Glyceryl Arachidonate

Biomimetic lipid, barrier repair, 1-2%; lipophilic, oxidizes easily, add antioxidants.

Ubiquinone

Coenzyme Q10 analog used as an antioxidant; prone to discoloration, needs protection from light and air.

Choleth-24

Not decoded yet

Ceteth-24

Not decoded yet

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Cetyl phosphate potassium, O/W emulsifier; pH-sensitive, often requires buffering.

Vitamin E/Tocopheryl Acetate

Not decoded yet

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