- Silky-Smooth & Effortless Blend: Primary textures come from Mica/Synthetic Fluorphlogopite (light-diffusing powders), Boron Nitride (exceptional slip), and Magnesium Myristate (velvety texture). This combination ensures the powder feels incredibly soft and glides onto skin without tugging.
- Weightless & Buidable: Silica helps absorb excess oil and reduces heaviness. The use of lightweight esters (Isononyl Isononanoate, Diisostearyl Malate) and oils (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane) in Formulas 1 & 3 creates a thin, blendable film that layers without caking.
- Cushiony & Adherent: Polymethylsilsesquioxane (Formula 1) and Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer (Formulas 2 & 3) give a bouncy, cushion-like texture and improve adhesion to skin for longer wear.
- Seamless Shadow Creation: The core function is achieved through iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) in varying ratios to create natural, cool-to-neutral taupe/brown shades that mimic realistic shadows.
- Long-Wearing & Secure: Synthetic Wax and film-forming agents like Trimethylsiloxysilicate (Formula 2) and Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer help bind pigments to the skin, resisting fading and smudging.
- Controlled Application: The fine, silky milled texture allows for precise placement and easy diffusion, essential for both subtle everyday contour and more defined sculpting.
- This is a standout feature, positioning it as "skincare-makeup."
- Hydration & Moisture Barrier Support: Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, and Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide (a ceramide-like ingredient) actively attract and hold moisture in the skin.
- Nourishment & Soothing: Squalane (biomimetic moisturizer), Sunflower Seed Oil, and Olive Fruit Oil provide lipid nourishment. Lophatherum Gracile Extract (Bamboo Grass) is traditionally used for soothing.
- Antioxidant Protection: Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) and Sambucus Nigra Extract (Elderberry) help protect skin from environmental stressors.
- Skin Conditioning: Multiple ingredients like Dimethicone and the plant oils condition the skin, preventing the product from looking dry or emphasizing texture.
- Natural Skin-Like Matte to Satin Finish: The base is a soft, non-chalky matte. Bismuth Oxychloride (in Formulas 1 & 3) and the light-reflective micas impart a subtle, sophisticated luminosity—more of a "lit-from-within" glow than a flat matte or shimmery finish. This prevents the contour from looking dusty or artificial.
- Blurring & Pore-Diffusing: Silica and spherical powders like Polymethylsilsesquioxane help to softly blur the look of pores and fine lines, creating a smoother canvas.
- Flexible Coverage: The formulas provide buildable, light to medium coverage, enough to shade and sculpt without being opaque or mask-like.
- Shade-Specific Formula Differences & Benefits:
- Formula 1 (Light/Medium Cool-Tone): Uses Mica as the main base for a natural glow, includes Bismuth Oxychloride for sheen, and Aluminum Hydroxide as a stabilizing agent. Focus is on a balanced satin-matte.
- Formula 2 (Light/Neutral): Uses a blend of Mica and Synthetic Fluorphlogopite (for brighter shine), omits Bismuth Oxychloride, and adds Trimethylsiloxysilicate for a more water-resistant, long-wearing film. Likely the most "skin-like" finish.
- Formula 3 (Deep/Intense): Relies on Synthetic Fluorphlogopite for higher brightness, uses Diisostearyl Malate for superior pigment dispersion and adhesion in a richer shade, and includes Stearalkonium Hectorite (a gellant) for stability in a creamier texture. Polypropylene adds extra slip and water resistance. This formula is engineered for depth, richness, and durability.
This RED CHAMBER Haruki Serenity Contour Powder benefits from a luxurious, silky texture that blends effortlessly. Its primary function is to provide a buildable, natural-looking shadow effect for sculpting. Targeted skincare benefits like hydration, nourishment, and antioxidant protection set it apart, promoting skin health while you wear it. The final finish is a sophisticated, blurring soft matte with a delicate luminosity that avoids flatness, ensuring the contour looks like a natural part of the skin.