physicians-formula Physicians Formula Butter Glow Bronzing Serum
physicians-formula Physicians Formula Butter Glow Bronzing Serum lists 35 ingredients on its label, 33 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.
- Water/Eau
- C13-14 Alkane
- Hydrogenated Polydecene
- Mica
- Glycerin
- Diisostearyl Malate
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- Propanediol
- Quaternium-90 Bentonite
- Lecithin
- Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
- Silica
- Chondrus Crispus Extract
- Gluconolactone
- Sodium Benzoate
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Lauroyl Lysine
- Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
- Fragrance/Parfum
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Quartz
- Tin Oxide
- Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
- Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter
- Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
- Tocopherol
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Glyceryl Oleate
- Citric Acid
- Iron Oxides (Ci 77491
- Ci 77492
- Cl 77499)
- Titanium Dioxide
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains mineral oilContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergens
Formulation view Built on a light oil phase of alkanes and hydrogenated polydecene, providing instant glow with iron oxides and mica. Contains natural butters like murumuru. Ideal for skin needing immediate radiance and care. Formulator's note: The biodegradable lipid base ensures a non-greasy feel, while pearlescent minerals enhance visual luminosity without heavy texture.
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Water/Eau
- SOLVENT · 限制 Please consider whether entry 875 of Annex II to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223
- C13-14 Alkane
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Hydrogenated PolydeceneDiisostearyl Malate
- ANTICAKING
- Mica
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- SOLVENT
- Propanediol
Other ingredients
Quaternium-90 BentoniteLecithinCalcium Sodium BorosilicateSilicaChondrus Crispus ExtractGluconolactoneSodium BenzoateSodium HyaluronatePhenoxyethanolLauroyl LysineSynthetic FluorphlogopiteFragrance/ParfumEthylhexylglycerinQuartzTin OxideAstrocaryum Murumuru Seed ButterAstrocaryum Tucuma Seed ButterTheobroma Grandiflorum Seed ButterTocopherolAscorbyl PalmitateGlyceryl StearateGlyceryl OleateCitric AcidIron Oxides (Ci 77491Ci 77492Cl 77499)Titanium Dioxide
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C13-14 Alkane | SOLVENT · 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 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Polydecene | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Diisostearyl Malate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Quaternium-90 Bentonite | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lecithin | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Calcium Sodium Borosilicate | BULKING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Chondrus Crispus Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Gluconolactone | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 2 · 1 | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Lauroyl Lysine | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Synthetic Fluorphlogopite | BULKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Fragrance/Parfum | 香精 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Quartz | ABRASIVE | 2 · – | Green |
| Tin Oxide | ABRASIVE, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 4 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Glyceryl Stearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glyceryl Oleate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, PERFUMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Iron Oxides (Ci 77491 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Ci 77492 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/136 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cl 77499) | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| 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 |
Ingredients explained
- Water/Eau
- Water as base solvent; no irritation, but requires preservatives to prevent microbial growth.
- C13-14 Alkane
- Petroleum-derived solvent; subject to EU Regulation Annex II entry 875 impurity limits
- Hydrogenated Polydecene
- Hydrogenated polydecene, light mineral oil alternative, low comedogenic; silky, non-greasy.
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Diisostearyl Malate
- Diisostearyl malate; lightweight emollient and emulsifier; non-greasy feel, biodegradable, used in premium systems.
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- Mild emulsifier for low-foam systems; suitable for sensitive skin.
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Quaternium-90 Bentonite
- Modified clay for high-viscosity gels and powder suspensions; excessive use causes heavy texture
- Lecithin
- Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.
- Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
- Fluorphlogopite; plate-like filler and thickener. For powders and creams, improves texture and coverage.
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Chondrus Crispus Extract
- Carrageenan for thickening and moisturizing; seaweed-based, pH-sensitive
- Gluconolactone
- Multifunctional agent for chelation and permeation; acidic, may irritate at high levels, buffer recommended.
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Lauroyl Lysine
- Lauroyl lysine, amino-acid surfactant derivative, mild foaming; often blended to lower irritation.
- Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
- Mica filler at 1-10%; luster/thickening, inert, verify mineral purity, no public comedogenic data.
- Fragrance/Parfum
- Fragrance mixture for odor; complex composition with potential allergens, use with caution in sensitive or children's products.
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Quartz
- Mineral abrasive for physical exfoliation; particle size and polish critical, high hardness may damage stratum corneum.
- Tin Oxide
- Inorganic mineral pigment providing opacity and suspension; requires skin safety assessment, typically used in sunscreens or powder colorants.
- Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
- Plant oil for emollience and conditioning; high lipid content, pair with emulsifiers
- Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter
- Tucuma nut butter for skin emollience; no comedogenic data
- Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
- Theobroma grandiflorum seed butter, an occlusive emollient; heavy texture, higher comedogenic risk, best for body.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Ascorbyl palmitate, lipophilic Vit C ester, antioxidant; oxidizes, needs light/air protection.
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification
- Glyceryl Oleate
- Glyceride-based emulsifier and emolient with mild perfuming properties.
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Iron Oxides (Ci 77491
- Not decoded yet
- Ci 77492
- Iron oxide red; stable inorganic pigment, non-toxic; ensure dispersion to prevent sedimentation.
- Cl 77499)
- Not decoded yet
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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