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Catrice Extreme Matte Oil-Control Primer

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Catrice

Extreme Matte Oil-Control Primer

primer · 30 ml · Makeup

Catrice Extreme Matte Oil-Control Primer is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 25-ingredient list, with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, silicones (Trisiloxane, Dimethicone) and mineral oil & petrolatum (Isohexadecane).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

£5.16at Amazon UK

Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 06:19 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.

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Key ingredients in Extreme Matte Oil-Control Primer

  • Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

25 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Aqua (Water)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2TrisiloxaneSilicones
  3. 3DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  4. 4SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
  5. 5Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  6. 6Isononyl IsononanoateA light, branched-chain ester used as an emollient. It softens skin and helps lotions…
  7. 7NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  8. 8PEG-10 DimethiconeA silicone with small water-loving chains attached. It acts as an emulsifier, helping…Silicones
  9. 9Dimethicone CrosspolymerDimethicone Crosspolymer is a flexible, network-like silicone that gives a soft, smooth…Silicones
  10. 10Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerA synthetic polymer, a long chain-like molecule built from two building blocks, used…
  11. 11Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
  12. 12PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
  13. 13Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  14. 14Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  15. 15Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  16. 16TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  17. 17Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
  18. 18Glycosyl Trehalose
  19. 19IsohexadecaneIsohexadecane is a light, synthetic branched hydrocarbon used as an emollient. Its main…Mineral oil & petrolatum
  20. 20Hydrogenated Starch HydrolysateA mix of sugar alcohols made from starch, used mainly to attract and hold water in a…
  21. 21EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  22. 22Polysorbate 80A gentle, water-loving emulsifier made from a sorbitol-based sugar alcohol and oleic…
  23. 23Sorbitan OleateSorbitan Oleate is a mild emulsifier made from sorbitol and oleic acid, a fatty acid.…
  24. 24PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  25. 25Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Catrice product page, www.catrice.eu/en-gb/p/962032/extreme-matte-oil-control-primer, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (Fragrance) (#25)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsTrisiloxane (#2), Dimethicone (#3), Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer (#5), PEG-10 Dimethicone (#8), Dimethicone Crosspolymer (#9)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumContainsIsohexadecane (#19)
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Catrice Extreme Matte Oil-Control Primer fragrance-free?

No. Catrice Extreme Matte Oil-Control Primer contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 25 of 25).

Does Catrice Extreme Matte Oil-Control Primer contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Trisiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Catrice Extreme Matte Oil-Control Primer pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E.

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Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 06:19 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.