Blemish Control Face Primer
Primer
Updated 10 Dec 2025

Blemish Control Face Primer

E.l.f.
28Ingredients
0EU Banned
4Caution
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.6/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Mod. Allergens3 fragrance allergens
54% Natural43% synthetic

Contains Regulated Ingredients

EU Restricted Ingredients

These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Ethoxydiglycol
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Polyacrylamide
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Salicylic Acid
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
What does "EU Restricted" mean?

Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:

  • Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
  • Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
  • pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
  • Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
  • Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients

These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 5.5 — Suboptimal
5.5
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.5
Active ingredients: Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid at pH 5.5: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Salicylic Acid is at pH 5.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Salicylic AcidpH 3–4

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

54% natural42% synthetic
15 natural 1 unknown 12 synthetic

Based on 28 ingredients analyzed. 54% natural, 4% unknown and 42% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative
Fragrance1 essential oil
Silicones1 silicone

Functions Overview (15)

type of chemical entity7:Glyceryl Stearate, Triethanolamine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Stearic Acid, Silica, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol
skin conditioning5:Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract, Caprylyl Glycol
solvent3:Water, Ethoxydiglycol, C13-14 Isoparaffin

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Silicone-rich gel or cream — creates a smooth, velvety canvas
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Variable — matte, dewy, or natural depending on formula

Pigment-rich and blendable — designed for buildable, even coverage. Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect.