Pink Bear Sugar Glossy Lipstick
A lipstick with 22 ingredients, including exfoliants and vitamin E.
Overview
What it is
Lipstick with 22 ingredients that contains exfoliants and Vitamin E
Cool Features
It is reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
Fun facts
Pink Bear is from China.
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What's inside
Ingredients List
Diphenyl Dimethicone
EmollientTrimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientVp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Isohexadecane
EmollientSynthetic Wax
AbrasiveAcrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
AntimicrobialTrimethyl Pentaphenyl Trisiloxane
EmollientCaprylic Acid
CleansingVp/Eicosene Copolymer
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCarpronium Chloride
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativeCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPropylene Carbonate
SolventSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientDipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantDiphenyl Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Synthetic Wax, Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Trimethyl Pentaphenyl Trisiloxane, Caprylic Acid, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, CI 77492, CI 77891, Carpronium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, CI 15850, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Carbonate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, CI 77491, CI 42090
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Explained
Diphenyl Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
This is a silicone-derived ingredient. It is used to improve texture, condition the skin, and help products spread evenly.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneVP/Hexadecene Copolymer is a synthetic film-forming agent. It has both water and oil loving properties, allowing it to create a flexible, even film on the skin.
This ingredient helps enhance texture, smoothness, and wear resistance in makeup products while reducing tackiness.
Isohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.
Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.
Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.
Learn more about IsohexadecaneSynthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
It has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxWe don't have a description for Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer yet.
Trimethyl Pentaphenyl Trisiloxane is a type of silicone.
This ingredient is also known as octanoic acid. It is a fatty acid that is naturally found in (and sourced from) coconut oil and palm kernel oil.
In cosmetics, it plays several roles:
The antimicrobial activity has been documented: Caprylic Acid is able to disrupt microbial cell membranes and is confirmed to be effective against some bacteria and yeasts.
Cosmetic use levels are often under 5% because very high concentrations (70-99%) can be corrosive as shown in patch-testing.
On the fungal acne side, Caprylic Acid sits outside the C11-24 range that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize. It is also one of the more studied fatty acids for anti-Malassezia activity; a study from 2020 showed that just 0.2 caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur under a Transmission Electron Microscope.
The comedogenic rating of 1 and irritancy rating of 3 comes from the 1989 Rabbit Ear Study. Since rabbit ear models produce a lot of false positives, anything scoring 0-1 means it is unlikely to cause comedones in humans.
The 3 for irritancy reflects that capylic acid is a weak organic acid that is corrosive in undiluted form.
Just so you know, both of these numbers came from being tested at 100% on hypersensitive rabbit skin. This is going to look very different at the <5% use levels in your cosmetics.
Plus, comedogenicity is more about the finished formula rather than individual ingredients. Be sure to patch test if you're unsure!
Learn more about Caprylic AcidWe don't have a description for Vp/Eicosene Copolymer yet.
CI 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created CI 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891We don't have a description for Carpronium Chloride yet.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid or alcohol, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolThis ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateJojoba oil is one of the most well-studied plant-derived ingredients in cosmetics. It is an emollient with a special structure.
Because it is made up of 97-98% wax esters, it closely mirrors the linear monoesters found in human sebum. This makes it skin compatible, non-greasy, and lightweight.
Unlike other plant oils, jojoba wax doesn't easily penetrate skin. It mostly works in the uppermost layers as an emollient. This just means it forms a light barrier on the skin to help retain moisture.
Formulations with jojoba esters up to 90% reduced transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and increased barrier recovery by 81% (outperforming bisabolol at 47%).
Besides barrier support, the science also suggests jojoba to have anti-inflammatory effects and potential applications for skin infections, aging, and wound healing.
Fun fact: Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilDipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline isn't fungal acne safe.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
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