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\n\nTalc has been in your favorite eyeshadows, setting powders and blushes for decades, but you may have recently spotted the phrase “talc-free” when scanning product labels. Why are popular brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Nars and Laura Mercier moving away from the ingredient that has long served a functional purpose in cosmetics, and does choosing a talc-free product actually matter?
\n\nI spoke to cosmetic chemists and board-certified dermatologists about the concerns surrounding talc, plus everything you should know when shopping for makeup. I also rounded up some talc-free products that brands have recently reformulated or always had in their lineup.
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\n\nTalc typically functions as a texture ingredient in powder-based color cosmetics like eyeshadows, powders and blushes. It helps powders feel smooth, blend evenly and resist caking, and it may help absorb oil and reduce shine, says Dr. Alexandra Bowles, a board-certified dermatologist at MONA Dermatology.
\n\nTalc is also generally well tolerated by most skin types and isn’t a common cause of allergic…
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