Max Factor colour elixir soft matte liquid lip colour
Max Factor max factor colour elixir soft matte liquid lip colour lists 38 ingredients on its label, 36 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.
- Isododecane
- Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
- C9-12 Alkane
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
- Polyphenylsilsesquioxane
- Calcium Silicate
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Polyethylene
- Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Squalane
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Parfum/Fragrance
- Serica Powder/Silk Powder/Poudre De Soie
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Benzyl Benzoate
- Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Benzyl Salicylate
- Benzyl Cinnamate
- Linalool
- BHT
- Cinnamyl Alcohol
- Tocopherol
- Mica
- Titanium Dioxide
- Iron Oxides (Ci 77491
- Ci 77492
- Ci 77499)
- FD&C Yellow No. 5 Aluminum Lake
- D&C Red No. 7 Calcium Lake
- D&C Red No. 6 Barium Lake
- FD&C Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains mineral oilContains siliconesContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance
Formulation view Volatile oil base of isododecane and hydrogenated polyisobutene for matte slip. Silicone crosspolymers adjust viscosity. Squalane and coconut oil add moisture. Antioxidants include ascorbyl palmitate and tocopheryl acetate. Preserved with phenoxyethanol. Best for oily skin seeking long-wear matte finish. Factory observation notes high volatile solvent ratio results in dry finish.
Key ingredients
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- IsododecaneHydrogenated Polyisobutene
- SOLVENT
- C9-12 Alkane
- ANTIFOAMING
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- ANTISTATIC
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
- BINDING
- Polyphenylsilsesquioxane
- ABSORBENT
- Calcium Silicate
Other ingredients
Phenyl TrimethiconePolyethyleneEthylene/Propylene/Styrene CopolymerCoco-Caprylate/CapratePhenoxyethanolSqualaneCaprylyl GlycolParfum/FragranceSerica Powder/Silk Powder/Poudre De SoieTriethoxycaprylylsilaneBenzyl BenzoateButylene/Ethylene/Styrene CopolymerAscorbyl PalmitateTocopheryl AcetateRetinyl PalmitateBenzyl SalicylateBenzyl CinnamateLinaloolBHTCinnamyl AlcoholTocopherolMicaTitanium DioxideIron Oxides (Ci 77491Ci 77492Ci 77499)FD&C Yellow No. 5 Aluminum LakeD&C Red No. 7 Calcium LakeD&C Red No. 6 Barium LakeFD&C Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isododecane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Polyisobutene | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| C9-12 Alkane | SOLVENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE · 限制 Please consider whether entry 875 of Annex II to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 is applicable. According to entry 875, Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated middle, except if the full refining history is known and it can be shown that the substance from which it is produced is not a carcinogen. | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Trimethylsiloxysilicate | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Isononyl Isononanoate | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyphenylsilsesquioxane | BINDING, FILM FORMING, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Calcium Silicate | ABSORBENT, BULKING, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenyl Trimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Polyethylene | ABRASIVE, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Coco-Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Squalane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, REFATTING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Parfum/Fragrance | 香精 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Serica Powder/Silk Powder/Poudre De Soie | 柔焦剂，保湿剂，皮肤调理剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Triethoxycaprylylsilane | BINDING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Benzyl Benzoate | 附录 III · 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 be placed on the market | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Retinyl Palmitate | SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS · 限制 III/376 | 1 · 2 | Green |
| Benzyl Salicylate | PERFUMING, LIGHT STABILIZER · 限制 III/75 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Benzyl Cinnamate | PERFUMING · 限制 III/81 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| BHT | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE · 限制 III / 325 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Cinnamyl Alcohol | 附录 III · 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 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 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 (Ci 77491 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Ci 77492 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/136 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77499) | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| FD&C Yellow No. 5 Aluminum Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| D&C Red No. 7 Calcium Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| D&C Red No. 6 Barium Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| FD&C Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake | 着色剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Isododecane
- Synthetic hydrocarbon solvent providing dry, silky skin feel; high volatility, non-comedogenic, common in sunscreens and foundations, usage 5-30%.
- Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
- Hydrogenated polyisobutene; petroleum-derived lubricant forming breathable film; high purity, low irritation/comedogenicity.
- C9-12 Alkane
- C9-12 alkanes; solvent and emollient. Lightweight feel, verify source and refining history.
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Silicate powder, oil-absorbing emollient; insoluble, high levels feel powdery.
- Isononyl Isononanoate
- Light, low-viscosity ester emollient; excellent spreadability, good for gels and light lotions
- Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
- Crosslinked silicone thickener at 0.5-2%; silky/matte feel, non-comedogenic, partial oil phase incompatibility, use co-solvent/pre-emulsification.
- Polyphenylsilsesquioxane
- Volatile silicone, film and antistatic; 5–15% typical, low irritation
- Calcium Silicate
- Mineral pigment and absorbent; provides opacity and texture, inert, suitable for powders and foundations.
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Aromatic modified silicone for high gloss and occlusion; inert, non-volatile, may leave surface residue
- Polyethylene
- Plastic polymer particles for abrasion or film; check EU ban on microplastics in rinse-off products, flush-off only
- Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
- Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer for viscosity control; inert polymer with no known irritancy or comedogenicity.
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Squalane
- Emollient from plants or synthetic; light texture
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol
- Parfum/Fragrance
- Blended fragrance for odor; contains 26 restricted allergens, use caution in sensitive/child/eye products, verify compliance.
- Serica Powder/Silk Powder/Poudre De Soie
- Silk protein powder for soft-focus finish and hydration; animal-derived, unsuitable for vegan products
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Silane coupling agent at 0.1-0.5%; enhances inorganic filler adhesion, trace use, low toxicity, avoid direct contact with aqueous systems.
- Benzyl Benzoate
- Chelating agent for stability; restricted substance, not permitted as single component or in mixtures at ≥0.1%.
- Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
- Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer used as a thickener; chemically inert, no known skin irritation.
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Retinyl Palmitate
- Vitamin A ester for skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires protection, avoid in pregnancy.
- Benzyl Salicylate
- UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.
- Benzyl Cinnamate
- Fragrance ingredient; EU listed allergen, must be declared if above threshold
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- BHT
- Lipophilic antioxidant at 0.01-0.05%; ineffective with acidic systems, label-sensitive, check regulatory limits as preservative alternative.
- Cinnamyl Alcohol
- Restricted fragrance in EU; banned at ≥0.1%; used in trace amounts or as precursor.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- 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
- FD&C Yellow No. 5 Aluminum Lake
- Synthetic yellow aluminum lake for aqueous formulas; premix to prevent flocculation and settling
- D&C Red No. 7 Calcium Lake
- Synthetic red calcium lake; moderate stability, control pH to prevent discoloration and settling
- D&C Red No. 6 Barium Lake
- Synthetic red barium lake for oil-phase tinting; barium salt must meet heavy metal limits
- FD&C Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake
- Synthetic colorant aluminum lake for aqueous tinting; disperse to prevent settling, itchy at high levels
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-17. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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