Talc
Talc is a skin protecting and absorbent ingredient. It’s in 229 products on Poliage, most often blush, foundation and concealer. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A ground mineral (magnesium silicate). Absorbs moisture and gives powders a smooth slip.
What it does
Contains Talc: abrasive
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Talc: absorbent
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Talc: anticaking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Talc: bulking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Talc: opacifying
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Talc: skin-protecting
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 38438, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Talc
Black Opal
Ultra Matte Foundation Powder
Foundation · Lists silicones
Arm & Hammer
Ultra max
Lists silicones
Utla River North Eye Shadow
Lists silicones
Hourglass
Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick
Foundation · Lists silicones
Neutrogena
Visibly Clear Désincrustant Points Noirs
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
Cien
VitalBeauty Dia
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, chemical UV filters
Henkel
Vitalizing aqua
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
The Body Shop
Vitamin C Glow Cleansing Polish
Exfoliant · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Spring Valley
Women’s Multi With Fruits & Vegetables
None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Rimmel London
Wonder’Lash Mascara with Argan Oil
Mascara · Lists retinoid
Rimmel London
WONDER’LASH WATERPROOF MASCARA WITH ARGAN OIL
Mascara · Lists retinoid
Rimmel London
Wonder’luxe Volume Mascara
Mascara · Lists retinoid
Yardley London
Yardley Gentleman Classic
Lists fragrance
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