Lip care (stick, cream, or gel)
Frame formulation
Ingredient | Maximum concentration (% w/w) |
---|---|
Oils, waxes and fats | 90 |
Humectants
Examples: glycerin, propylene glycol |
50 |
Aqua | 50 |
Film forming agents
Examples: VP/hexadecene copolymer |
30 |
Silicones including volatile silicones
Examples: dimethicone, cyclomethicone |
20 |
Thickeners
Examples: carbomer, hydroxyethylcellulose |
15 |
UV filters | 15 |
Bulking agents
Examples: silica, nylon powder |
10 |
Emulsifying agents
Examples: trioleyl phosphate |
5 |
Cosmetic colourants | 5 |
Ethanol (alcohol, alcohol denat.) | 5 |
Additional ingredients
Examples: vitamins, antioxidants |
5 |
Parfum | 2 |
Preservatives, antimicrobials | 1 |
Flavouring agents | 1 |