M.A.C Cosmetics Powder Kiss Lipstick
Works for
MoisturizingDimethicone, Phenyl trimethicone + 5 moreWorks
“Its groundbreaking, ultra-comfortable formula contains moisture coated powder pigments that condition and hydrate lips, all day long.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic6 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale6 flagged
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Ingredients
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Dimethicone~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeTridecyl trimellitate~5.8–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Tridecyl trimellitatePolyethylene~4.5–6.8%
Phenyl trimethicone~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeDimethicone crosspolymer~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerHdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products
More about Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymerZeolite~1.9–2.9%
Kaolin~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinAlumina~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaSilica~1.4–2%
Silica dimethyl silylate~1–1.45%
Polysilicone-11~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Caprylyl glycol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidParfum~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium saccharin~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolMica~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIron oxides~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesIron oxides~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesIron oxides~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77163~0.4–0.95%
Ci 42090~0.4–0.95%
Ci 75470~0.4–0.95%
Ci 45370~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 15850~0.4–0.9%
Ci 45380~0.4–0.9%
Ci 45410~0.35–0.85%
Ci 73360~0.35–0.8%
Ci 15850~0.35–0.8%
Ci 15850~0.3–0.75%
Ci 45380~0.15–0.6%
Ci 45410~0.15–0.55%
Ci 73360~0.1–0.45%
Ci 17200~0.1–0.4%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.35%
Ci 15985~0.1–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Dimethicone, Tridecyl trimellitate, Polyethylene, Phenyl trimethicone, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Zeolite, Kaolin, Alumina, Silica, Silica dimethyl silylate, Polysilicone-11, Caprylyl glycol, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Parfum, Sodium saccharin, Tocopherol, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Iron oxides, Iron oxides, Iron oxides, Ci 77163, Ci 42090, Ci 75470, Ci 45370, Ci 15850, Ci 45380, Ci 45410, Ci 73360, Ci 15850, Ci 15850, Ci 45380, Ci 45410, Ci 73360, Ci 17200, Ci 19140, Ci 15985
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| M.A.C CosmeticsPowder Kiss LipstickYOUR PRODUCT | Armani BeautyLip Maestro | Hourglass CosmeticsPhantom Smoothing Blur Lip Balm | Derma ELimited Edition - Nourish and Glow Skin Illuminator Coral & Gold | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | $24.75 | $39.77+$15.02 | $38.00+$13.25 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 | Agran Oil | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"MAC Australia - Powder Kiss Lipstick" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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