Tone/Texture Ingredients

Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer

Good

A film-forming polymer that leaves a light, hydrating veil on skin.

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Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

Good

A peptide that helps soften the look of fine lines over time.

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Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Good

A peptide used in eye creams to calm redness and a tired look.

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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Good

A signaling peptide that helps soften fine lines and firm skin's look.

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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38

Good

A peptide that helps blur fine lines and gives skin a firmer look.

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Panax Ginseng (Ginseng) Root Extract

Good

Ginseng root extract that fights free radicals and revives tired skin.

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Pearl Powder

Good

Finely milled pearl powder that blurs pores and adds radiant shine.

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PEG-14M

Good

A thickener that gives gels and serums body and a smooth spread.

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PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate

Good

Helps balms and creams stay thick with a smooth, plush glide.

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PEG-240/HDI Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradecet-20 Ether

Good

A film-forming ingredient that helps makeup and sunscreen last longer.

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PEG-7M

Good

A thickening polymer that adds glide and cushion to gels and serums.

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Petroleum Resin

Good

A hydrocarbon resin that helps makeup and hairstyles hold their shape.

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Phytic Acid

Good

Gently exfoliates and brightens while helping prevent skin discoloration.

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Polyacrylamide

Good

A thickening polymer that gives gels a silky, soft-focus finish.

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Polyacrylate-33

Good

A film former that helps makeup resist smudging and wear evenly.

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Polyacrylic Acid

Good

A gel-forming polymer that gives creams a smooth, cushiony texture.

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Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Good

A texture modifier that gives serums a silky, fast-spreading feel.

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Polyamide-3

Good

A film-forming resin that helps makeup resist smudging and humidity.

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Polyamide-8

Good

A film former that boosts makeup longevity with a flexible feel.

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Polyglycerol-3 Beeswax

Good

A beeswax derivative that helps creams hold together and feel smooth.

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Polyisobutene

Good

A glossy, cushiony ingredient that seals in moisture and shine.

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Polymethyl Methacrylate

Good

Tiny acrylic particles that blur the look of pores and smooth skin.

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Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Good

A silicone powder that gives skin a velvety, shine-controlled finish.

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Polymethylsilsesquioxane/ Silica Crosspolymer

Good

A silicone-silica blend that blurs pores and soaks up excess oil.

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Polyphenylsilsesquioxane

Good

A silicone resin that blurs pores and lines with a silky finish.

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Polypropylsilsesquioxane

Good

A silicone film former that blurs pores and helps makeup last longer.

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Polyquaternium-10

Good

A conditioning polymer that makes hair easier to detangle and comb.

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Polyquaternium-11

Good

A styling polymer that smooths hair and skin without a crunchy feel.

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Polyquaternium-39

Good

A conditioning polymer that leaves hair and skin feeling polished.

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Polyquaternium-4

Good

A conditioning polymer that gives hair light hold without stiffness.

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Polyquaternium-47

Good

A conditioning polymer that leaves hair feeling sleek and manageable.

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Polyquaternium-7

Good

A conditioning polymer that makes hair and skin feel silkier.

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Polysilicone-2

Good

A silicone film that blurs texture and gives skin a velvety finish.

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Polyurethane

Good

A film-forming polymer that helps makeup last longer and feel light.

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Polyurethane Crosspolymer-1

Good

A polymer that blurs uneven texture and helps makeup wear evenly.

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Polyurethane Film

Good

A thin protective film that helps products stay put and look neat.

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Polyurethane-35

Good

A film former that helps makeup resist smudging and stay lightweight.

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Potassium Sulfate

Good

A mineral salt that helps control texture and consistency in formulas.

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PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer

Good

A film-forming polymer that helps makeup resist flaking and rub-off.

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Pullulan

Good

Pullulan is a natural polymer that smooths skin and tightens its look.

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PVM/MA Copolymer

Good

This polymer helps makeup wear longer and grip color evenly.

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PVM/MA Decadiene Crosspolymer

Good

This polymer thickens gels and keeps pigments evenly mixed.

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Quartz Powder

Good

Ground quartz absorbs oil and blurs pores for longer-lasting makeup.

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Quaternium-18 Bentonite

Good

This treated clay thickens products and keeps makeup looking even.

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Quaternium-90 Bentonite

Good

This clay gives sticks and balms a stable, easy-to-apply texture.

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Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite

Good

This modified clay thickens oily formulas and helps color go on evenly.

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Quaternium-90 Sepiolite

Good

This fibrous clay adds structure and cuts greasiness in oily formulas.

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Retinal

Good

A potent vitamin A form that smooths texture and fades dark spots.

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rh-Oligopeptide-1

Good

A lab-made peptide that aims to smooth skin and boost resilience.

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rh-Oligopeptide-2

Good

A lab-made peptide meant to refine texture and improve skin tone.

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rh-Polypeptide-1

Good

A lab-made peptide that aims for smoother, more resilient skin.

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rh-Polypeptide-3

Good

A peptide meant to soften fine lines and firm skin's texture.

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rh-Polypeptide-62

Good

A peptide aimed at a subtly firmer, more even-looking finish.

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Sepiolite Extract

Good

This clay soaks up oil, leaving skin matte and smooth.

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Sh-Oligopeptide-1

Good

A lab-made peptide that aims to soften lines and add bounce.

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Sh-Oligopeptide-2

Good

A lab-made peptide meant to improve elasticity and even tone.

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Sh-Polypeptide-1

Good

A lab-made peptide meant to smooth and firm skin's surface.

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Sh-Polypeptide-3

Good

A peptide that conditions skin and helps smooth tone and texture.

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Silica Cetyl Silylate

Good

A treated silica that cuts grease and leaves a velvety matte feel.

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Snail Secretion Filtrate

Good

Snail mucin that hydrates skin and helps smooth its texture.

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Sodium Acrylate Copolymer

Good

A texture-boosting polymer that gives gels and creams a smooth feel.

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Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate

Good

A polymer that thickens gels and keeps formulas smooth and stable.

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Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2

Good

A gel-forming polymer that thickens formulas without feeling sticky.

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Sodium Magnesium Silicate

Good

A clay-like mineral that thickens formulas and disperses pigments.

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Sodium Polyacrylate

Good

An absorbent polymer that thickens formulas and controls shine.

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Sodium Polyacrylate Starch

Good

A starch-based powder that soaks up oil for a lasting matte look.

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Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate

Good

A texture-smoothing polymer that helps control shine.

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Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate

Good

A natural mineral that soaks up oil and softens the look of pores.

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Starch Octenylsuccinate

Good

A modified starch that stabilizes formulas and cuts greasiness.

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Stay-C 50

Good

A stable vitamin C form that brightens and evens out skin tone.

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Stearalkonium Bentonite

Good

A modified clay that thickens oil-based formulas and suspends pigment.

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Stearalkonium Hectorite

Good

A clay-based thickener that keeps oil-rich formulas smooth.

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Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer

Good

A silicone that creates a silky finish and helps makeup last longer.

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Stearyl Dimethicone

Good

A silicone that gives skin a soft-focus finish and smooth texture.

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Styrene Isoprene Styrene Block Copolymer

Good

A film-forming polymer that helps makeup resist smudging.

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Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer

Good

A polymer that helps makeup wear longer and stay put.

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Styrene/Butadiene Copolymer

Good

A polymer that creates a flexible film for smoother, longer wear.

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Styrene/VP Copolymer

Good

A film-forming polymer that helps makeup resist water and last longer.

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Succinoglycan

Good

A fermentation-derived ingredient that hydrates and smooths texture.

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Talcum

Good

A fine mineral powder that soaks up oil for a smoother, matte look.

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Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum

Good

A tamarind-derived gum that adds a cushiony, hydrated feel.

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Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide

Good

A tamarind-derived polysaccharide that hydrates for plumper skin.

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Tannnic Acid

Good

An astringent plant compound that cuts oil and tightens pores' look.

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Tapioca Starch

Good

A cassava-derived powder that soaks up oil for a soft, matte finish.

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Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Good

A starch-silicone blend that mattifies skin and extends makeup wear.

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Thioctic Acid

Good

Alpha-lipoic acid, a well-studied antioxidant that smooths and refines skin.

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Triacontanyl Pvp

Good

A film-forming ingredient that smooths skin and helps makeup last longer.

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Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Good

A silicone that helps makeup resist smudging and stay put longer.

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Trihydroxystearin

Good

Thickens oils and keeps formulas from separating or dripping.

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Trimethyl Pentaphenyl Trisiloxane

Good

A silky silicone that smooths application and helps makeup wear longer.

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Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid Copolymer

Good

A film-forming polymer that helps makeup grip skin and resist smudging.

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Trisiloxane

Good

A lightweight silicone that gives skin and makeup a silky, smooth finish.

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Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Starch

Good

A wheat-derived powder that absorbs shine for a smooth, matte look.

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VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer

Good

A film-forming polymer that helps hair styling and makeup hold longer.

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Vinyl Dimethicone

Good

A silicone that creates a smooth, soft-focus finish on skin.

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Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Good

A silicone that blurs pores, controls shine, and gives a matte feel.

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Vp/Acrylates/Lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer

Good

A film-forming polymer that helps mascara and primers wear evenly.

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VP/Eicosane Copolymer

Good

A polymer that helps makeup and hair products hold and apply evenly.

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VP/Hexadecene Copolymer

Good

Forms a flexible, water-resistant film that helps makeup last longer.

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Zea Mays (Corn) Starch

Good

A fine corn powder that absorbs oil for a soft-focus, matte finish.

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