Tone/Texture Ingredients

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Good

Pure vitamin C that brightens dull spots and firms skin's look.

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Retinol

Good

Retinol is a vitamin A form that smooths lines and evens out skin tone.

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Retinyl Acetate (Vitamin A)

Fair

A gentler vitamin A ester that softens skin over time.

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Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A)

Fair

A gentle vitamin A ester that can subtly boost glow and smoothness.

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Azelaic Acid

Great

Clears breakouts, fades dark marks, and smooths skin's texture.

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Adapalene

Good

A retinoid that treats acne and smooths skin with regular use.

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Bakuchiol

Good

A plant-based retinol alternative that smooths lines and clears skin.

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Glycolic Acid

Good

A sugarcane-derived acid that exfoliates for smoother, brighter skin.

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Kaolin (Clay)

Good

A gentle white clay that soaks up oil and refines skin's feel.

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Salicylic Acid

Good

Salicylic acid unclogs pores and smooths texture by exfoliating inside them.

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Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether (Vitamin C)

Good

A gentler vitamin C form that brightens and protects skin.

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Dimethicone

Great

A silicone that smooths skin and forms a light protective layer.

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Tranexamic Acid

Good

Helps fade dark spots and blotchiness for a more even skin tone.

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Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax

Good

A hard palm wax that adds structure, shine, and long wear to products.

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Beech Tree Extract

Fair

Beech tree extract that may leave skin smoother and more supple.

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Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract

Fair

Papaya extract that enzymatically buffs away dull surface cells.

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Creatine

Fair

An amino acid derivative that draws in moisture for bouncier-feeling skin.

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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Powder

Fair

Dried, milled lemon peel used as a gentle polishing scrub.

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Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Powder

Fair

Milled Job's tears seed used as a gentle scrub to smooth skin.

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Cupressus Sempervirens (Cypress) Leaf/Stem Extract

Fair

A cypress extract that lightly conditions and may calm skin.

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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein

Fair

A soy protein that gives skin a temporary, smoother, firmer look.

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Acrylates Copolymer

Great

A film-forming polymer that helps makeup wear longer without smudging.

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Acrylates Crosspolymer-4

Great

Gives gels and creams a bouncy, non-tacky texture.

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Acrylates/ C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate

Great

Thickens formulas and helps them glide on smooth, not sticky.

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Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer

Great

Creates a soft film that helps makeup apply evenly and feel comfy.

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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Great

Thickens products and keeps ingredients evenly mixed.

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Acrylates/Cl2-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer

Great

Helps makeup resist sweat and humidity so it stays put longer.

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Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer

Great

A flexible film former that helps makeup and hair hold resist smudging.

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Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer

Great

A silicone polymer that blurs pores and texture for a soft finish.

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Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer

Great

Thickens formulas and helps them apply evenly without separating.

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Acrylates/Va Copolymer

Great

A styling film former that holds hair and makeup in humid weather.

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Acrylates/Vinyl Isodecanoate Crosspolymer

Great

Blurs the look of pores and fine lines with a soft-focus finish.

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Acrylic Acid/Vp Crosspolymer

Great

Thickens gels and creams into a bouncy, easy-to-apply texture.

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Allantoin

Great

Soothes irritation and dryness, leaving skin feeling softer.

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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Steareth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Great

Gives formulas a cushioned glide and a light, flexible finish.

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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Great

Thickens formulas and keeps ingredients evenly mixed for smooth wear.

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Cellulose Gum

Great

A plant-based thickener that gives formulas smooth, even texture.

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Dehydroxanthan Gum

Great

A thickener that gives products a smooth, cushiony glide.

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Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer

Great

A silicone that blurs pores and helps skin look matte longer.

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Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer

Great

A silicone gel that gives a plush feel and controls shine.

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Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Great

A silicone that softly blurs lines and pores while cutting shine.

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Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer

Great

A silicone that extends makeup wear and keeps shine in check.

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Dimethiconol

Great

A silicone that smooths rough patches and softens skin and hair.

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Ethylcellulose

Great

A film-forming ingredient that smooths texture and improves wear.

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Gluconolactone

Great

A gentle PHA that smooths texture and hydrates without irritation.

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Hydroxyethyl Acryalte/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Great

A polymer that thickens formulas for a smooth, silky glide.

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Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate

Great

A polymer that gives lightweight gels a smooth, even texture.

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Hydroxyethylcellulose

Great

A plant-based thickener that adds smooth, gliding texture to products.

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Lactobionic Acid

Great

A gentle acid that exfoliates while drawing in moisture for glow.

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Microcrystalline Cellulose

Great

A plant fiber powder that soaks up oil for a smoother, matte look.

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Nylon-12

Great

A silky powder that blurs pores and lightly soaks up oil.

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Nylon-66

Great

A texturizing powder that smooths skin's look and cuts down shine.

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Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

Great

A lightweight ester that gives skin a velvety, non-greasy finish.

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Phenyl Trimethicone

Great

A silicone that adds shine and a smooth, cushioned glide to skin.

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Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11

Great

A texture-building polymer that creates a smooth, soft-focus finish.

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Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Great

A gel-forming polymer that gives products a light, bouncy feel.

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Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer

Great

A thickener that keeps formulas smooth, stable, and non-sticky.

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Polyacrylate-13

Great

A film-forming polymer that gives products a light, breathable feel.

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Polysilicone-11

Great

A silicone elastomer that softens texture and controls shine.

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Polysilicone-34

Great

A silicone film that gives skin a soft-focus, blurred appearance.

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PVP

Great

PVP is a polymer that gives flexible hold and a smooth, even finish.

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Silica

Great

A mineral powder that soaks up oil and blurs the look of pores.

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Silica Dimethyl Silylate

Great

A silica powder that controls shine and blurs uneven texture.

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Silica Silylate

Great

A treated silica that mattifies skin while keeping it lightweight.

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Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Great

A gelling polymer that gives formulas a smooth, cushioned texture.

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Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate

Great

A modified starch that stabilizes formulas and keeps pigments mixed.

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Tribehenin

Great

A waxy conditioner that softens skin and helps it hold onto moisture.

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Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Great

A silicone resin that blurs texture, controls shine, and extends wear.

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Xanthan gum

Great

A fermentation-derived thickener that gives formulas body and spread.

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3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

Good

A stable vitamin C that brightens skin and fades dark spots.

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Acetyl Zingerone

Good

A ginger-derived antioxidant that helps brighten skin and fight early lines.

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Acrylates/ Dimethicone Copolymer

Good

A silicone blend that helps makeup last longer and resist smudging.

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Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer

Good

Forms a durable film that helps makeup last and resist rubbing off.

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Acrylates/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer

Good

Gives makeup a glossy, long-wearing finish that resists rubbing off.

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Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-15 Methacrylate Copolymer

Good

Helps products apply evenly with a lightweight, non-tacky finish.

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Acrylates/Palmeth-25 Acrylate Copolymer

Good

Helps pigments spread evenly for a smooth, lightweight finish.

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Allyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer

Good

A film-forming polymer that blurs pores and controls shine.

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Alpha-Arbutin

Good

Fades dark spots and evens out skin tone gently over time.

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Alumina

Good

A mineral powder that blurs pores and controls shine in makeup.

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Aluminum Hydroxide

Good

A mineral that helps pigments apply evenly and stay stable.

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Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate

Good

Absorbs oil and blurs shine for a smooth, matte finish.

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Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Good

Thickens formulas for smoother glide and a more even application.

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Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder

Good

A plant starch that thickens formulas into a soft, cushiony gel.

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Amylopectin

Good

A starch-based powder that cuts shine for a smoother, matte look.

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Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-8)

Good

A peptide that softens the look of expression lines.

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Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Good

A stable, oil-soluble vitamin C that brightens and evens tone.

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Bacillus Ferment

Good

A fermented ingredient that gently exfoliates for smoother skin.

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Behenyl Behenate

Good

A waxy ingredient that gives creams and makeup a silky, smooth finish.

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Bentonite

Good

A volcanic clay that soaks up oil and helps mattify skin.

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Betaine Salicylate

Good

A gentler BHA that unclogs pores and smooths texture.

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Bidens Pilosa Extract

Good

A plant extract that may smooth texture and fight free radicals.

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Bis-Octyldodecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/Propanediol Copolymer

Good

A film-former that gives makeup a smooth, cushioned feel.

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Black Tea

Good

Fermented tea leaves offering antioxidants and a light astringent feel.

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Boron Nitride

Good

A mineral powder that blurs pores and controls shine.

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Butyloctyl Salicylate

Good

An emollient that gives sunscreens and makeup a light, silky feel.

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C11-13 Isoalkane

Good

A quick-drying solvent for a lightweight, non-greasy finish.

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C12-13 Alkyl Lactate

Good

A silky ester that softens skin and may gently aid renewal.

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C12-18 Alkanoyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer

Good

A film-forming ingredient that helps makeup wear longer.

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C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer

Good

A thickener that gives gels and creams a smooth, cushiony texture.

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C18-36 Acid Triglyceride

Good

A rich fat that softens skin and eases dryness.

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