mac Cosmetics Complete Comfort Cream

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. Water\Aqua\Eau
2. Butylene Glycol
3. Dimethicone
4. Cetyl Esters
5. Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
6. Ethylhexyl Palmitate
7. Myristyl Myristate
8. Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil
9. Polyperfluoromethylisopropyl Ether
10. Isononyl Isononanoate
11. Tocopheryl Acetate
12. Sodium Hyaluronate
13. Lecithin
14. Squalane
15. Hypnea Musciformis Extract
16. Gelidiella Acerosa Extract
17. Algae Extract
18. Cola Nitida Seed Extract
19. Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
20. Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
21. Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
22. Selaginella Tamariscina Extract
23. Hordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'Orge
24. Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
25. Humulus Lupulus Extract
26. Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
27. Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract
28. Curcuma Longa Root Extract
29. Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract
30. Punica Granatum Fruit Juice
31. Asparagopsis Armata Extract
32. Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure
33. Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract
34. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
35. Acetyl Glucosamine
36. Myristyl Laurate
37. Ethylhexyl Isononanoate
38. PEG-10 Dimethicone
39. Sorbitol
40. Propylene Glycol Laurate
41. Phytosphingosine
42. Caprylyl Glycol
43. Hexylene Glycol
44. Glycine
45. Sucrose
46. Cyclodextrin
47. Carbomer
48. Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
49. Polysorbate 20
50. Sorbitan Laurate
51. Sodium Acrylate/Acrylonitrogens Copolymer
52. Citric Acid
53. Linolenic Acid
54. Linoleic Acid
55. Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate
56. Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid
57. Glyceryl Stearate
58. PEG-100 Stearate
59. Behenyl Alcohol
60. Propylene Glycol Stearate
61. Sodium Hydroxide
62. Myristyl Alcohol
63. Fragrance
64. Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese Chloride
65. Disodium EDTA
66. Phenoxyethanol
67. Iron Oxides (Ci 77491
68. Ci 77492
69. Ci 77499)

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains essential oilsContains animal-derivedContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains PEG

Key ingredients

溶剂

Water\Aqua\Eau

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Cetyl EstersCaprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic TriglycerideEthylhexyl PalmitateMyristyl Myristate

皮肤调理剂

Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil

Other ingredients

Polyperfluoromethylisopropyl EtherIsononyl IsononanoateTocopheryl AcetateSodium HyaluronateLecithinSqualaneHypnea Musciformis ExtractGelidiella Acerosa ExtractAlgae ExtractCola Nitida Seed ExtractAstrocaryum Murumuru Seed ButterVitis Vinifera Seed ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis ExtractSelaginella Tamariscina ExtractHordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'OrgePolygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractHumulus Lupulus ExtractMacrocystis Pyrifera ExtractTriticum Vulgare Germ ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractCitrus Reticulata Peel ExtractPunica Granatum Fruit JuiceAsparagopsis Armata ExtractYeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De LevureAscophyllum Nodosum ExtractHydrolyzed Wheat ProteinAcetyl GlucosamineMyristyl LaurateEthylhexyl IsononanoatePEG-10 DimethiconeSorbitolPropylene Glycol LauratePhytosphingosineCaprylyl GlycolHexylene GlycolGlycineSucroseCyclodextrinCarbomerSodium Stearoyl LactylatePolysorbate 20Sorbitan LaurateSodium Acrylate/Acrylonitrogens CopolymerCitric AcidLinolenic AcidLinoleic AcidPolyglyceryl-10 PentastearateNordihydroguaiaretic AcidGlyceryl StearatePEG-100 StearateBehenyl AlcoholPropylene Glycol StearateSodium HydroxideMyristyl AlcoholFragranceEthylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese ChlorideDisodium EDTAPhenoxyethanolIron Oxides (Ci 77491Ci 77492Ci 77499)

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Water\Aqua\Eau

Solvent and diluent; the base for most aqueous formulations.

Butylene Glycol

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

Dimethicone

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

Cetyl Esters

Blended cetyl esters used as emollient skin conditioning agents to provide softness and occlusion.

Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride

Blended triglycerides providing slip and occlusion; mix of fatty acids, verify specific ratios to assess comedogenicity.

Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Synthetic ester emollient with light skin feel; small molecule, slightly comedogenic, use cautiously for acne-prone skin, often blended with other oils.

Myristyl Myristate

Di-C14 ester, waxy solid for thickening and conditioning; provides matte and smooth feel, low comedogenicity, good for compacts.

Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil

Kukui nut oil rich in oleic and linoleic acids; provides moisture and conditioning, no clear comedogenic data.

Polyperfluoromethylisopropyl Ether

PFAS (fully-fluorinated) film-former for SPF/lip, <1%; regulatory limits, avoid high-heat, substitute recommended

Isononyl Isononanoate

Light, low-viscosity ester emollient; excellent spreadability, good for gels and light lotions

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Lecithin

Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.

Squalane

Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture

Hypnea Musciformis Extract

Brown algae polysaccharide extract; film-forming and moisturizing at 0.1–1%; add to water phase, watch allergens

Gelidiella Acerosa Extract

Gelidiella acerosa (seaweed) extract; complex matrix, screen for heavy metals

Algae Extract

Algae extract with humectant and conditioning effects; may contain natural fragrant components.

Cola Nitida Seed Extract

Not decoded yet

Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter

Plant oil for emollience and conditioning; high lipid content, pair with emulsifiers

Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract

Grape seed extract with OPCs; potent antioxidant; used for skin protection and UV support; needs stabilizers.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract

Rosemary extract; antimicrobial; photo-toxic and allergen risks.

Selaginella Tamariscina Extract

Not decoded yet

Hordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'Orge

Cereal extract providing humectant proteins and amino acids; check for cereal allergies.

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, source of resveratrol antioxidant; water or alcohol soluble, check color shift with iron ions

Humulus Lupulus Extract

Hops extract: antimicrobial/antiperspirant/conditioner/fragrance; test on sensitive skin.

Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract

Giant kelp extract; moisturizing polysaccharides; ocean theme, check for marine allergies.

Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract

Wheat germ extract, nutrient-rich; contains gluten, test for sensitivity.

Curcuma Longa Root Extract

Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.

Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract

Citrus peel extract containing photosensitizing compounds; handle with care to avoid photo-reactions, subject to EU restrictions.

Punica Granatum Fruit Juice

Pomegranate juice; rich in polyphenols for fragrance and skin conditioning. Low pH requires neutralization; prone to browning, use antioxidants and dark packaging.

Asparagopsis Armata Extract

Not decoded yet

Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure

Yeast ferment filtrate rich in amino acids and peptides; used for repair and moisture, may cause sensitivity in some.

Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract

Ascophyllum nodosum extract, provides hydration and antioxidant protection; usually low concentration as natural functional additive.

Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

Hydrolyzed protein for hair and skin conditioning; potential allergen, use low levels in sensitive products

Acetyl Glucosamine

Glycosaminoglycan precursor supporting skin hydration and elasticity; highly biocompatible.

Myristyl Laurate

Not decoded yet

Ethylhexyl Isononanoate

Light synthetic ester for smooth, non-greasy feel; low irritation, non-comedogenic

PEG-10 Dimethicone

Modified silicone for silky feel and shine; PEG structure aids O/W emulsification, used in hair and skin care.

Sorbitol

Polyol humectant with strong hygroscopy; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives; also a solvent or adjuster.

Propylene Glycol Laurate

Propylene glycol laurate; emollient and mild detergent; oil-soluble surfactant.

Phytosphingosine

Phytosphingosine barrier repair ingredient, 0.1–1%; water-soluble, good for dry skin.

Caprylyl Glycol

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

Hexylene Glycol

Polyol solvent and humectant with penetration enhancement; limit concentration to avoid irritation, no specific allergen tag

Glycine

Humectant amino acid, 1–3%; small molecule, low irritation.

Sucrose

Sucrose, water-soluble thickener and humectant; high levels prone to hygroscopy.

Cyclodextrin

Cyclodextrin; used as a stabilizer or solubilizer to improve solubility of active ingredients and fragrances

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate

Mild emulsifier/stabilizer for O/W; control usage to prevent viscosity issues

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

Sorbitan Laurate

O/W emulsifier; low-comedogenic ester, verify emulsion stability.

Sodium Acrylate/Acrylonitrogens Copolymer

Not decoded yet

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Linolenic Acid

Omega-6 fatty acid for barrier repair; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants and low light exposure

Linoleic Acid

Essential fatty acid for barrier repair and hydration; oxidizes easily, high levels may be comedogenic

Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate

Polyglyceryl ester for mild emollient/emulsifying; long-chain structure for rich feel.

Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid

Lipid peroxide scavenger, BHT alternative; low dose (0.1–0.25%), check photostability

Glyceryl Stearate

Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification

PEG-100 Stearate

Non-ionic emulsifier, requires ionics for stability; check PEG for formaldehyde.

Behenyl Alcohol

Fat alcohol emulsifier/thickener at 1-3%; low comedogenic risk, check solubility in strong acid/base systems, add antioxidants.

Propylene Glycol Stearate

Lipophilic humectant and emulsifier at 0.5–5%; very low comedogenicity

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Myristyl Alcohol

Long-chain fatty alcohol for emulsion stability and conditioning; slippery feel, low sensitization, common in creams.

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese Chloride

Manganese chelator/antioxidant stabilizer; synergizes with Vit E; avoid iron contact

Disodium EDTA

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

Phenoxyethanol

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

Iron Oxides (Ci 77491

Not decoded yet

Ci 77492

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

Ci 77499)

Not decoded yet

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