almay Truly Lasting Cover Foundation
almay Almay Truly Lasting Cover Foundation lists 51 ingredients on its label, 43 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.
- Titanium Dioxide
- Zinc Oxide
- Aqua Eau)
- Cyclomethicone
- Dimethicone
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Butylene Glycol
- Talc
- Boron Nitride
- PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
- Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
- Talc
- Nylon-12
- Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Sodium Chloride
- Trisiloxane
- Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
- Laminaria Japonica Extract
- Nereocystis Luetkeana Extract
- Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
- Magnesium
- Potassium
- Trihydroxystearin
- Lactobacillus/Lemon Peel Ferment Extract
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
- Methicone
- Tribehenin
- Hydrogenated Lecithin
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Alumina
- Silica
- Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Sorbitan Sesquioleate
- Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer
- Sorbitol
- Tetrasodium EDTA
- Phenoxyethanol
- Methylparaben
- Ethylparaben
- Propylparaben
- Titanium Dioxide
- Iron Oxides (Ci 77491
- 77492
- 77499)
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains PEGContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains parabens
Key ingredients
- UV FILTER · 附录 VI · 最高浓度 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano)
- Titanium Dioxide
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Zinc Oxide
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cyclomethicone
- ANTIFOAMING
- DimethiconeTrimethylsiloxysilicate
- HUMECTANT
- Butylene Glycol
- ABRASIVE
- Talc
- BULKING
- Boron Nitride
Other ingredients
Aqua Eau)PEG/PPG-18/18 DimethiconeHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone CrosspolymerTalcNylon-12Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconePhenyl TrimethiconeSodium ChlorideTrisiloxaneHydrolyzed Rice ProteinPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed ExtractLaminaria Japonica ExtractNereocystis Luetkeana ExtractMacrocystis Pyrifera ExtractMagnesiumPotassiumTrihydroxystearinLactobacillus/Lemon Peel Ferment ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractAspalathus Linearis Leaf ExtractAloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractTocopheryl AcetateSodium Ascorbyl PhosphateMethiconeTribeheninHydrogenated LecithinTriethoxycaprylylsilaneAluminaSilicaHydrolyzed GlycosaminoglycansSodium HyaluronateSorbitan SesquioleatePalmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin CrosspolymerSorbitolTetrasodium EDTAPhenoxyethanolMethylparabenEthylparabenPropylparabenTitanium DioxideIron Oxides (Ci 774917749277499)
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Zinc Oxide | ANTIMICROBIAL, BULKING, COLORANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, LIGHT STABILIZER, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER · 限制 IV/144 VI/30 VI/30a | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Aqua Eau) | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Cyclomethicone | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SOLVENT · 限制 Entry 1388 of Annex II corresponds to D4 (Cyclotetrasiloxane). If Cyclomethicone contains D4 then entry II/1388 applies. Restricted under COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2024/1328. 1. Shall not be placed on the market (a) as a substance on its own; (b) as a constituent of other substances; or (c) in mixtures; in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,1 % by weight of the respective substance after 6 June 2026. [...] 3. By way of derogation: (a) for D4 and D5 in wash-off cosmetic products, paragraph 1, point (c), shall apply afte | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Trimethylsiloxysilicate | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Talc | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, SKIN PROTECTING, SLIP MODIFIER · 限制 III/59 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Boron Nitride | BULKING, SLIP MODIFIER | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer | ANTICAKING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Talc | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, SKIN PROTECTING, SLIP MODIFIER · 限制 III/59 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Nylon-12 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenyl Trimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Trisiloxane | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · – | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Rice Protein | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Laminaria Japonica Extract | SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · – | Green |
| Nereocystis Luetkeana Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Magnesium | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Potassium | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Trihydroxystearin | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lactobacillus/Lemon Peel Ferment Extract | 皮肤调理剂,抗氧化剂 | 1 · – | Green |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Methicone | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Tribehenin | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Hydrogenated Lecithin | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Triethoxycaprylylsilane | BINDING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Alumina | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans | HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sorbitan Sesquioleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer | SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Sorbitol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tetrasodium EDTA | CHELATING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Methylparaben | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/12 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Ethylparaben | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/12 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Propylparaben | PRESERVATIVE, PERFUMING · 限制 V/12 | 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
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- Zinc Oxide
- Physical UV filter, 30% max in EU; oily at high levels, pair with oils for feel.
- Aqua Eau)
- Not decoded yet
- Cyclomethicone
- Volatile silicone for light feel; contains D4 restricted by EU, must be <0.1% after 2026
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Silicate powder, oil-absorbing emollient; insoluble, high levels feel powdery.
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Talc
- Inorganic mineral powder for texture and oil absorption; must be asbestos-free; fineness affects skin feel and safety, avoid inhalation.
- Boron Nitride
- Flake-shaped inorganic filler for slip and bulk in powders; control particle size to minimize inhalation risk
- PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
- PEG/PPG siloxane; emulsifier/thickener; low irrit, watch PEG total conc limits
- Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
- Hydrophobic wax for anti-caking; improves slip in powders and cushions
- Talc
- Inorganic mineral powder for texture and oil absorption; must be asbestos-free; fineness affects skin feel and safety, avoid inhalation.
- Nylon-12
- Not decoded yet
- Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
- Silicone surfactant, smooth and mild; regulates rheology and adds antistatic benefits
- Phenyl Trimethicone
- Aromatic modified silicone for high gloss and occlusion; inert, non-volatile, may leave surface residue
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- Trisiloxane
- Used as anti-foaming and lubricant; provides silkiness, used at low levels.
- Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- Rice protein; water-soluble small MM; antistatic, humectant, gloss for hair, no pub data
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
- Sweet almond extract, oils/phenolics for moisture/repair, low allergenicity but label nut origin
- Laminaria Japonica Extract
- Kelp extract providing hydration and antioxidant protection; water-soluble.
- Nereocystis Luetkeana Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
- Giant kelp extract; moisturizing polysaccharides; ocean theme, check for marine allergies.
- Magnesium
- Not decoded yet
- Potassium
- Not decoded yet
- Trihydroxystearin
- Polyol thickener and humectant; water-soluble, improves viscosity and basic conditioning
- Lactobacillus/Lemon Peel Ferment Extract
- Lemon peel lactobacillus ferment filtrate; contains organic acids and polysaccharides, modulates microecology, test low concentrations for sensitive skin
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.
- Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
- Rooibos leaf extract rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, used for antioxidant conditioning
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- Aloe vera leaf extract for soothing and humectant; monitor polysaccharide level and endotoxins
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
- Vitamin C derivative antioxidant at 0.5–2%; light-sensitive, requires opaque packaging
- Methicone
- Volatile silicone offering slip and antistatic properties; inert at high purity, check cyclic isomer limits
- Tribehenin
- Waxy emollient providing slip; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidant system; good for dry skin.
- Hydrogenated Lecithin
- Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Silane coupling agent at 0.1-0.5%; enhances inorganic filler adhesion, trace use, low toxicity, avoid direct contact with aqueous systems.
- Alumina
- Alumina, inorganic abrasive/thickener; nano-grade requires inhalation risk assessment.
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
- Hydrolyzed GAGs for hydration/conditioning; low MW, good penetration, low irritancy.
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Sorbitan Sesquioleate
- Non-ionic emulsifier for O/W or W/O systems; moderate emulsification power, often used with co-emulsifiers
- Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer
- Cationic modified starch for conditioning and suspension; balance charge at high use.
- Sorbitol
- Polyol humectant with strong hygroscopy; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives; also a solvent or adjuster.
- Tetrasodium EDTA
- Chelator removing metal ions to enhance antioxidant and preservative efficacy; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, no direct skincare function.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Methylparaben
- Preservative, narrow spectrum; often combined, check allergen risk and regulatory limits.
- Ethylparaben
- Paraben preservative; EU restricted, watch total load and sensitive skin reactions
- Propylparaben
- Medium-chain preservative; restricted use, pH-sensitive efficacy.
- 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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