Absence Oil Control Primer
Primer

Absence Oil Control Primer

Jane Iredale
20Ingredients
0EU Banned
1Caution
0.9/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.9/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
100% Natural0% 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.

Titanium DioxideMax 25.0%
Max concentration:25.0%
Product types:(a) face products in loose powder form(b) hair aerosol spray pro­ducts(c) other products
Conditions:a) (b) Only in the pigmentary form(c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation
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 — Optimal
5.5
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.5
Active ingredients: Ascorbyl Glucoside
Ascorbyl Glucoside at pH 5.5: optimal range (5–7)
Detected actives & ideal pH
Ascorbyl GlucosidepH 5–7

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganNot compliant
Contains Cera Alba
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

100% natural0% synthetic
20 natural 0 synthetic

Based on 20 ingredients analyzed. 100% natural and 0% synthetic.

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning8:Ethyl Macadamiate, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Boron Nitride, Tribehenin, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Syringa Vulgaris (Lilac) Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
viscosity controlling4:Ozokerite, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Hydrated Silica, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Starch
opacifying3:Ozokerite, Hydrated Silica, Boron Nitride

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

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

Pigment-rich and blendable — designed for buildable, even coverage.