chantecaille Lip Definer Pencil
chantecaille Chantecaille Lip Definer Pencil lists 33 ingredients on its label, 28 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.
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Synthetic Candelilla Wax
- Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
- Ethylhexyl Stearate
- Polyethylene
- Mica
- Triethylhexanoin
- Dicalcium Phosphate
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Synthetic Beeswax
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- [Simmondsia Chinensis Oil]
- Tocopherol
- Titanium Dioxide
- Iron Oxides (Cl 77491
- Ci 77499
- Ci 77492)
- Red 7 Lake
- Red 6
- Red 27
- Red 6 Lake
- Red 21 Lake
- Red 22 Lake
- Red 27 Lake
- Red 28 Lake
- Red 30 Lake
- Red 33 Lake
- Blue 1 Lake
- Yellow 5 Lake
- Yellow 6 Lake
- Yellow 10 Lake
- Manganese Violet
- Bismuth Oxychloride
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains essential oils
Formulation view Matrix built with synthetic waxes and light ester oils, paired with sucrose acetate isobutyrate for film formation and stable color. Jojoba oil and tocopherol provide basic hydration and antioxidant protection, while pigments offer rich tones. Suitable for dry lips. Formulator's observation: The blend of synthetic candelilla and beeswax balances hardness and spreadability effectively, while mica particles enhance the glossy finish.
Key ingredients
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Ethylhexyl PalmitateEthylhexyl Stearate
- BINDING
- Synthetic Candelilla Wax
- FILM FORMING
- Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
- ABRASIVE
- PolyethyleneDicalcium Phosphate
- ANTICAKING
- Mica
- HAIR CONDITIONING
- Triethylhexanoin
Other ingredients
Phenyl TrimethiconeSynthetic BeeswaxSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil[Simmondsia Chinensis Oil]TocopherolTitanium DioxideIron Oxides (Cl 77491Ci 77499Ci 77492)Red 7 LakeRed 6Red 27Red 6 LakeRed 21 LakeRed 22 LakeRed 27 LakeRed 28 LakeRed 30 LakeRed 33 LakeBlue 1 LakeYellow 5 LakeYellow 6 LakeYellow 10 LakeManganese VioletBismuth Oxychloride
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Synthetic Candelilla Wax | BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate | FILM FORMING, PLASTICISER | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexyl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyethylene | ABRASIVE, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Triethylhexanoin | HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dicalcium Phosphate | ABRASIVE, BULKING, OPACIFYING, ORAL CARE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenyl Trimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Synthetic Beeswax | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| [Simmondsia Chinensis Oil] | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Titanium Dioxide | UV FILTER · 附录 VI · 最高浓度 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano), the sum shall not exceed the limit given in column g (Maximum concentration in ready for use preparation) · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Iron Oxides (Cl 77491 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Ci 77499 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/137 | — | Green |
| Ci 77492) | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Red 7 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Red 6 | 着色剂 | — | Green |
| Red 27 | 着色剂 | — | Green |
| Red 6 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Red 21 Lake | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Red 22 Lake | 着色剂 | — | Green |
| Red 27 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · – | Green |
| Red 28 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Red 30 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Red 33 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · – | Green |
| Blue 1 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Yellow 5 Lake | 着色剂 | — | Green |
| Yellow 6 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Yellow 10 Lake | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Manganese Violet | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Bismuth Oxychloride | 着色剂 | 2 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Synthetic ester emollient with light skin feel; small molecule, slightly comedogenic, use cautiously for acne-prone skin, often blended with other oils.
- Synthetic Candelilla Wax
- Synthetic candelilla wax; film-forming and emollient structure agent, thermally stable substitute.
- Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
- Sucrose acetate isobutyrate film former and plasticizer; provides gloss and protection, low sensitization.
- Ethylhexyl Stearate
- Synthetic ester emollient and emulsifier; oil-soluble, light feel, low comedogenicity, suitable for oily skin.
- Polyethylene
- Plastic polymer particles for abrasion or film; check EU ban on microplastics in rinse-off products, flush-off only
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Triethylhexanoin
- Light ester for non-greasy feel and fragrance; low allergenicity, high levels can act as solvent
- Dicalcium Phosphate
- Abrasive/bulking agent for teeth; particle size affects cleaning power
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Aromatic modified silicone for high gloss and occlusion; inert, non-volatile, may leave surface residue
- Synthetic Beeswax
- Synthetic wax for binding/emulsion stability; replaces natural wax, lower allergenic risk
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Common in dry/damaged hair; superior penetration vs mineral oils, low comedogenic risk, poor oxidative stability.
- [Simmondsia Chinensis Oil]
- Not decoded yet
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- Iron Oxides (Cl 77491
- Not decoded yet
- Ci 77499
- Inorganic colorant manganese dioxide used in cosmetics; restricted use component subject to regulatory limits.
- Ci 77492)
- Not decoded yet
- Red 7 Lake
- Red color lake, poorly water-soluble, for powders or aqueous systems; regulatory compliance required
- Red 6
- Synthetic dye for coloration; restricted or banned in some markets, check local regulations
- Red 27
- Red 27 (CI 15850) water-soluble dye for color cosmetics; follow regulatory limits
- Red 6 Lake
- Red Lake 6 pigment; low water solubility, use as paste or sifted powder, monitor pH stability.
- Red 21 Lake
- Not decoded yet
- Red 22 Lake
- Synthetic dye for coloring; usage limits apply in oral products, monitor concentration in cosmetics
- Red 27 Lake
- Water-soluble azo dye lake colorant; monitor heavy metals and sensitization potential.
- Red 28 Lake
- Red lake pigment; for coloring and masking. More stable than dyes, monitor batch variability.
- Red 30 Lake
- Red 30 lake for color; water-insoluble, requires stable dispersion
- Red 33 Lake
- Water-soluble red dye lake for color; low concentrations used, watch for visual accumulation.
- Blue 1 Lake
- Water-insoluble blue pigment dispersed in aqueous phase; ensure compliant use, no direct skin benefit
- Yellow 5 Lake
- Yellow 5 lake for color; stability affected by pH and metal ions
- Yellow 6 Lake
- Water-insoluble form of Yellow 6 for coloring; usage restricted by regulations
- Yellow 10 Lake
- Not decoded yet
- Manganese Violet
- Purple inorganic pigment for color; water-insoluble, used in powders/creams
- Bismuth Oxychloride
- White pigment at 5–20%; for makeup coverage, may cause sensitivity in some
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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