mars-cosmetics MARS Cosmetics Lip Gloss
mars-cosmetics MARS Cosmetics Lip Gloss lists 24 ingredients on its label, 24 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.
- Disiloxane
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Mica
- Polyethylene
- Polyisobutene
- Stearyl Dimethicone
- Microcrystalline Wax
- Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Phenoxyethanol
- Octadecene
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Propylene Carbonate
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- Iron Oxides
- Titanium Dioxide
- Red 7 Lake
- Red 6 Lake
- Red 28 Lake
- Blue 1 Lake
- Red 40 Lake
- Yellow 5 Lake
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains mineral oil
Formulation view Silicone and wax matrix for a light, film-forming structure. Mica and pigments add luster. Contains plastic particles and polymers for durability. Ideal for high-pigment, glossy lips. Formulator's note: Volatile silicones offer a fresh feel, but stacked polymers may increase lip dryness, requiring balance between occlusivity and spreadability.
Key ingredients
- ANTIFOAMING
- DisiloxaneTrimethylsiloxysilicate
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- CyclopentasiloxaneStearyl Dimethicone
- ANTICAKING
- Mica
- ABRASIVE
- Polyethylene
- BINDING
- PolyisobuteneMicrocrystalline Wax
Other ingredients
Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene CopolymerCaprylic/Capric TriglyceridePhenoxyethanolOctadeceneDisteardimonium HectoritePropylene CarbonateEthylhexylglycerinPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateIron OxidesTitanium DioxideRed 7 LakeRed 6 LakeRed 28 LakeBlue 1 LakeRed 40 LakeYellow 5 Lake
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disiloxane | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Trimethylsiloxysilicate | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cyclopentasiloxane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyethylene | ABRASIVE, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyisobutene | BINDING, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Stearyl Dimethicone | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Microcrystalline Wax | BINDING, BULKING, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer | FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Octadecene | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Disteardimonium Hectorite | LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propylene Carbonate | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Iron Oxides | 着色剂 | 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 |
| Red 7 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Red 6 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Red 28 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Blue 1 Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Red 40 Lake | 着色剂 | — | Green |
| Yellow 5 Lake | 着色剂 | — | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Disiloxane
- Low-viscosity silicone for defoaming and slip; non-comedogenic, volatile, for light formulas.
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Silicate powder, oil-absorbing emollient; insoluble, high levels feel powdery.
- Cyclopentasiloxane
- Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Polyethylene
- Plastic polymer particles for abrasion or film; check EU ban on microplastics in rinse-off products, flush-off only
- Polyisobutene
- Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks
- Stearyl Dimethicone
- Silicone emulsifier/modifier for texture. Highly occlusive; use caution in acne-prone skin or if silicone sensitivity is a concern.
- Microcrystalline Wax
- Petroleum-derived hard wax for lipsticks and ointments; provides high-melting structure, heavy feel, potentially comedogenic
- Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer
- Styrene copolymer film-former/thickener; synthetic polymer, check biodegradation profile.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Octadecene
- Octadecene, mineral oil fraction, thickener and emollient; mineral oil derived.
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Inorganic ionic clay thickener at 0.25-1%; water/oil/solvent systems, rheology control, avoid strong acids, may affect active release.
- Propylene Carbonate
- Inert solvent and viscosity modifier; often used as penetration enhancer, mild at low levels
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- High-efficiency lipid-soluble antioxidant preventing oil rancidity; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, ensure even distribution, avoid metal-catalyzed oxidation.
- Iron Oxides
- Inorganic pigment for color; particulate form, inhalation risk low in cosmetics.
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- Red 7 Lake
- Red color lake, poorly water-soluble, for powders or aqueous systems; regulatory compliance required
- Red 6 Lake
- Red Lake 6 pigment; low water solubility, use as paste or sifted powder, monitor pH stability.
- Red 28 Lake
- Red lake pigment; for coloring and masking. More stable than dyes, monitor batch variability.
- Blue 1 Lake
- Water-insoluble blue pigment dispersed in aqueous phase; ensure compliant use, no direct skin benefit
- Red 40 Lake
- Water-insoluble dye for emulsions; monitor batch color consistency, potential allergen for sensitive individuals
- Yellow 5 Lake
- Yellow 5 lake for color; stability affected by pH and metal ions
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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