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Bismuth oxychloride: is it comedogenic? What it does in skincare

INCI name: Bismuth Oxychloride

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Worth watching on acne-prone skin

  • ComedogenicNo published rating
  • IrritancyNo published rating

What it does

Shimmery mineral powder that can itch or irritate.

  • Cosmetic colorant

Bismuth oxychloride in plain English

Bismuth oxychloride is a shimmery mineral powder used in mineral makeup for a pearly finish and good coverage. It is not clearly pore-clogging, but it can irritate and itch some skin, and irritation can make breakouts look and feel worse. In formulas it is used for cosmetic colorant.

Is bismuth oxychloride bad for acne?

Not usually, but it is worth watching. Bismuth oxychloride is not a proven pore-clogger, but it is flagged for acne-prone skin for the reason below. Notice how your skin reacts when a product lists it near the top.

Why it is flagged: A shimmery mineral-makeup powder. Not clearly pore-clogging, but it can irritate and itch.

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Also called

  • Bismuth Oxychloride
  • Ci 77163

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Frequently asked questions

Is bismuth oxychloride comedogenic?

Bismuth oxychloride has no published comedogenic rating in Fulton's 1989 table. It is not a proven pore-clogger, but it is worth watching on acne-prone skin. A shimmery mineral-makeup powder. Not clearly pore-clogging, but it can irritate and itch.

What does bismuth oxychloride do in skincare?

In short: shimmery mineral powder that can itch or irritate. In formulas it is used for cosmetic colorant.

What else is bismuth oxychloride called on ingredient labels?

On ingredient lists, bismuth oxychloride can also appear as Ci 77163.

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