guerlain Terracotta Foundation
guerlain Guerlain Terracotta Foundation lists 41 ingredients on its label, 40 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.
- Aqua
- C9-12 Alkane
- Alcohol
- Undecane
- Silica
- Propanediol
- Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
- Glycerin
- Tridecane
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Dicaprylyl Ether
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Barium Sulfate
- Vinyl Dimethicone/Lauryl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
- Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
- Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate
- Propylene Carbonate
- Parfum
- Lecithin
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Sodium Benzoate
- Sodium Citrate
- Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
- Aluminum Hydroxide
- Citric Acid
- Isostearic Acid
- Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
- Mica
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Palmitic Acid
- Tocopherol
- Magnesium Hydroxide
- Ci 77891
- Ci 77491
- Ci 77492
- Ci 77499
- Ci 77163
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains alcoholContains mineral oilContains PEGContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains animal-derived
Formulation view A dual-phase foundation using alkane solvents for a lightweight matte finish, thickened with silica and hectorite for oil absorption. Ester oils and botanical extracts add hydration. Ideal for combination to oily skin seeking natural, long-wear makeup. Formulator note: The volatile solvents create a thin film upon drying, requiring setting sprays or powders to prevent fading; oils balance the drying effect of solvents.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- AquaC9-12 AlkanePropanediol
- ANTIFOAMING
- Alcohol
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Undecane
- ABRASIVE
- Silica
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
Other ingredients
TridecaneDisteardimonium HectoriteCoco-Caprylate/CaprateDicaprylyl EtherPolyglyceryl-3 DiisostearateTrimethylsiloxysilicateBarium SulfateVinyl Dimethicone/Lauryl Dimethicone CrosspolymerBrassica Campestris Seed OilSodium Myristoyl GlutamatePropylene CarbonateParfumLecithinCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideOpuntia Ficus-Indica Flower ExtractPolyhydroxystearic AcidSodium BenzoateSodium CitrateCamelina Sativa Seed OilAluminum HydroxideCitric AcidIsostearic AcidPolyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleateMicaArgania Spinosa Kernel OilPalmitic AcidTocopherolMagnesium HydroxideCi 77891Ci 77491Ci 77492Ci 77499Ci 77163
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | 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 |
| Alcohol | ANTIFOAMING, ANTIMICROBIAL, ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Undecane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tridecane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Disteardimonium Hectorite | LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Coco-Caprylate/Caprate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dicaprylyl Ether | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Trimethylsiloxysilicate | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Barium Sulfate | 附录 IV · 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 | Green |
| Vinyl Dimethicone/Lauryl Dimethicone Crosspolymer | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Brassica Campestris Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propylene Carbonate | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Lecithin | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyhydroxystearic Acid | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Citrate | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Camelina Sativa Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Aluminum Hydroxide | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, OPACIFYING, SKIN PROTECTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Isostearic Acid | BINDING, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Palmitic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Magnesium Hydroxide | ABSORBENT, BUFFERING | – · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77891 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/143 | 0 · – | Green |
| Ci 77491 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/135 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77492 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/136 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77499 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/137 | — | Green |
| Ci 77163 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/123 | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- C9-12 Alkane
- C9-12 alkanes; solvent and emollient. Lightweight feel, verify source and refining history.
- Alcohol
- Ethanol for solubility/drying at 5-15%; high conc. is drying/irritating, avoid lip/eye, low residue, balance with humectants.
- Undecane
- Undecane; light aliphatic hydrocarbon emollient; high volatility, pair with occlusives, flammable
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
- Plant-derived emulsifier, mild feel; for O/W systems, combine with co-emulsifiers
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Tridecane
- Tridecane, a long-chain alkane acting as emollient and solvent; petrochemical-derived, inert and low toxicity.
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Inorganic ionic clay thickener at 0.25-1%; water/oil/solvent systems, rheology control, avoid strong acids, may affect active release.
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Lightweight mid-chain ester, quick spreading, suitable for oily skin, non-comedogenic.
- Dicaprylyl Ether
- Lightweight diester solvent and emollient, non-greasy feel; common oil phase carrier; low irritation.
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- Mild emulsifier for low-foam systems; suitable for sensitive skin.
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate
- Silicate powder, oil-absorbing emollient; insoluble, high levels feel powdery.
- Barium Sulfate
- Inert mineral filler and thickener; not absorbed by skin, avoid dust inhalation in powder processes
- Vinyl Dimethicone/Lauryl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
- Not decoded yet
- Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
- Emollient oil rich in Omega-9 and antioxidants, 1–5%; prone to oxidation, pair with VE
- Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate
- Mild amino acid surfactant for cleansing; low foaming, gentle
- Propylene Carbonate
- Inert solvent and viscosity modifier; often used as penetration enhancer, mild at low levels
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Lecithin
- Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
- Cactus flower extract rich in polysaccharides and flavonoids for moisturizing and antioxidants; natural source, monitor consistency.
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Emulsifier and stabilizer at 1–3%; non-ionic, prone to hydrolysis.
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Sodium Citrate
- Sodium citrate for buffering and chelating; adjust pH, careful with strong acid reactions.
- Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
- Camelina sativa seed oil; rich in ALA and vitamin E; emollient and antioxidant; may feel greasy due to high fatty acid content.
- Aluminum Hydroxide
- Aluminum hydroxide for emollient/thickening; opacifier, used in antiperspirants, particulate risk.
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Isostearic Acid
- Fatty acid derivative as emulsifier auxiliary and emollient; insoluble, requires homogenization, may feel slightly greasy
- Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
- Mild emulsifier for O/W systems; 1-3%, avoid cationic surfactants
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Jojoba oil rich in unsaturated fats; good penetration, non-comedogenic, prone to oxidation requiring antioxidants
- Palmitic Acid
- Palmitic acid for emulsification/emollient; solid fat, high melting point, occlusive.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Magnesium Hydroxide
- Magnesium hydroxide, buffering/absorbent; alkaline, control pH with buffer systems to avoid irritation.
- Ci 77891
- Titanium dioxide inorganic pigment and UV filter; assess inhalation risk for nano-forms and EU restrictions
- Ci 77491
- Iron oxides red; physical pigment. Coloring and photo-protective, stable and non-irritating.
- Ci 77492
- Iron oxide red; stable inorganic pigment, non-toxic; ensure dispersion to prevent sedimentation.
- Ci 77499
- Inorganic colorant manganese dioxide used in cosmetics; restricted use component subject to regulatory limits.
- Ci 77163
- Titanium dioxide; physical UV filter and white pigment; not absorbed; potential for rare sensitivity, patch test.
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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