nyx Dark Circle Concealer
nyx NYX Dark Circle Concealer lists 15 ingredients on its label, 10 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.
- Octyldodecanol
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Kaolin
- Copernicia Cerifera Wax / Copernicia Cerifera Cera / Cire De Carnauba
- Euphorbia Cerifera Wax / Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- Glycerin
- Alumina
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Titanium Dioxide
- Iron Oxides (Ci 77491
- 77492
- 77499)
Highlights
Formulation view Oil-based formula using light esters and carnauba wax for structure. Kaolin absorbs oil; aloe soothes; TiO2 and iron oxides provide coverage. Tocopheryl acetate and phenoxyethanol handle preservation. Suitable for oily skin and spot concealing. Factory view: wax melting temperature directly impacts product molding and stability.
Key ingredients
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- OctyldodecanolEthylhexyl PalmitateAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- ABRASIVE
- KaolinAlumina
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- ANTIOXIDANT
- Tocopheryl Acetate
Other ingredients
Copernicia Cerifera Wax / Copernicia Cerifera Cera / Cire De CarnaubaEuphorbia Cerifera Wax / Euphorbia Cerifera CeraPhenoxyethanolTitanium DioxideIron Oxides (Ci 774917749277499)
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Octyldodecanol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Kaolin | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING · 限制 IV/119 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Copernicia Cerifera Wax / Copernicia Cerifera Cera / Cire De Carnauba | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Euphorbia Cerifera Wax / Euphorbia Cerifera Cera | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Alumina | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| 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 (Ci 77491 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| 77492 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| 77499) | Not decoded yet | — | — |
Ingredients explained
- Octyldodecanol
- Light emollient/emulsifier at 1-5%; low comedogenic, non-greasy feel, broadly compatible, sensitive-skin friendly.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Ethylhexyl Palmitate
- Synthetic ester emollient with light skin feel; small molecule, slightly comedogenic, use cautiously for acne-prone skin, often blended with other oils.
- Kaolin
- Kaolin absorbent and bulk for powders/masks; check for heavy metals and comply with EU colorant limits IV/119
- Copernicia Cerifera Wax / Copernicia Cerifera Cera / Cire De Carnauba
- Not decoded yet
- Euphorbia Cerifera Wax / Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
- Not decoded yet
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- Aloe vera leaf extract for soothing and humectant; monitor polysaccharide level and endotoxins
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Alumina
- Alumina, inorganic abrasive/thickener; nano-grade requires inhalation risk assessment.
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- Iron Oxides (Ci 77491
- Not decoded yet
- 77492
- Not decoded yet
- 77499)
- Not decoded yet
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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