Clinique
Redness Solutions Mineral Powder
Mineral powder with titanium dioxide to neutralise redness and provide sheer, buildable coverage with a calming effect.
Ingredient Snapshot
3 beneficial ingredients detected with no known safety concerns.
1 ingredient to watch — Bismuth Oxychloride may cause sensitivity in some skin types.
Ingredients (4)
Titanium Dioxide(Mineral UV Filter)
Benefits
- ✓Mineral UV filter providing broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection
- ✓Non-irritating alternative to chemical UV filters
- ✓Provides coverage and brightening in mineral makeup
Potential concerns
- !Can leave a white cast on deeper skin tones
- !EU classification: suspected carcinogen by inhalation (powder form only — not relevant for topical use)
Sources
FDA Final Monograph — Titanium Dioxide as GRASE Sunscreen: Titanium dioxide is classified as GRASE (Generally Recognized As Safe and Effective) by the FDA for use as an OTC sunscreen active ingredient at concentrations up to 25%. It provides broad-spectrum UV protection.
SCCS Opinion on Titanium Dioxide (Nano) in Cosmetics: The SCCS concluded that nano-TiO2 in sunscreens is safe when applied to healthy, intact skin. However, the SCCS notes that inhalation exposure from spray products is not fully assessed and recommends avoiding spray formulations containing nano-TiO2.
Bismuth Oxychloride
Benefits
- ✓Provides a luminous, pearlescent finish in mineral cosmetics
- ✓Used in mineral powder foundations and primers
Potential concerns
- !Can clog pores and cause skin congestion and breakouts
- !May cause irritation and itching, particularly on sensitive or acne-prone skin
- !CTPA advises use with caution on problematic skin
Dimethicone(Silicone / Dimethicone)
Benefits
- ✓Creates a smooth, silky skin feel
- ✓Temporarily fills fine lines and blurs pores
- ✓Protects the skin barrier from environmental aggressors
- ✓Non-sensitising and hypoallergenic
Potential concerns
- !May trap debris in pores and exacerbate congestion for some acne-prone individuals
- !Difficult to remove without a thorough cleanser
Phenoxyethanol
Benefits
- ✓Broad-spectrum preservative that protects the product from bacterial and fungal contamination
- ✓Considered one of the safer alternatives to parabens
- ✓Effective at low concentrations (≤1%)
Potential concerns
- !At concentrations above 1%, may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions
- !Some individuals with sensitive skin may react to preservatives in general
Sources
FDA — Phenoxyethanol in Cosmetics: FDA has reviewed phenoxyethanol as a cosmetic preservative and considers it safe at concentrations up to 1.0% in cosmetic products. FDA advises caution in products used around the mouth of infants.
CTPA Ingredient Library — Phenoxyethanol: CTPA confirms phenoxyethanol is a permitted cosmetic preservative under EU Cosmetics Regulation at a maximum concentration of 1.0%, and is considered safe for use in both rinse-off and leave-on products.
Ingredients listed in order of concentration (highest first).
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