Bring Cosmetics Database
to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Open Beauty Facts to VS Code Copilot and start using all 2 AI tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code. No hosting, no server setup — just connect and start using.
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What is the Open Beauty Facts MCP Server?
Equip your AI agent with the definitive open database for cosmetic products through the Open Beauty Facts MCP server. This integration provides real-time access to a collaborative database of beauty products from around the world. Your agent can search for cosmetics by name or barcode, retrieve detailed lists of ingredients (INCI), and identify potential allergens or restricted substances. Whether you are auditing your skincare routine, researching cosmetic formulations, or verifying product claims, your agent acts as a dedicated personal care specialist through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Product Lookup — Find cosmetic products by name, brand, or EAN/UPC barcode.
- Ingredient Analysis — Retrieve the complete INCI list for thousands of beauty and hygiene products.
- Allergen Detection — Identify potential allergens and irritants in specific formulations.
- Brand Auditing — Explore the product portfolios of global cosmetic brands.
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- No API Key required (Public Access)
- Start querying cosmetic data from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Conscious Consumers — audit the ingredients of their personal care products.
- Dermatologists & Professionals — quickly verify formulations and potential irritants for patients.
- Cosmetic Researchers — analyze industry trends and ingredient usage across brands.
- Health Tech Developers — integrate open cosmetic data into their wellness applications.
Built-in capabilities (2)
Get cosmetic product details by barcode
Search for beauty products by category
Why VS Code Copilot?
GitHub Copilot Agent mode brings Open Beauty Facts data directly into your VS Code workflow. With a project-scoped config, the entire team shares access to 2 tools. Copilot queries live data, generates typed code, and writes tests from actual API responses, all without leaving the editor.
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VS Code is used by over 70% of developers. adding MCP tools to Copilot means your team can leverage external data without leaving their primary editor
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Project-scoped MCP configs (
.vscode/mcp.json) let you commit server configurations to your repository, ensuring the entire team shares the same tool access - —
Copilot's Agent mode integrates MCP tools seamlessly with file editing, terminal commands, and workspace search in a single agentic loop
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GitHub's enterprise compliance and audit features extend to MCP tool usage, providing visibility into how AI interacts with external services
Open Beauty Facts in VS Code Copilot
Why run Open Beauty Facts with Vinkius?
The Open Beauty Facts connection runs on our fully managed, secure cloud infrastructure. We handle the hosting, maintenance, and security so you don't have to deal with servers or code. All 2 tools are ready to work instantly without any complex setup.
You stay in complete control of your data. Your AI only accesses the information you approve, keeping your sensitive passwords and private details completely safe. Plus, with automatic optimizations, your AI works faster and more efficiently.
* Every connection is hosted and maintained by Vinkius. We handle the security, updates, and infrastructure so you don't have to write code or manage servers. See our infrastructure
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This dashboard is included when you connect Open Beauty Facts using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
Open Beauty Facts and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect Open Beauty Facts to VS Code Copilot through Vinkius don't need to write code, manage servers, or worry about security. Everything is pre-configured, secure, and runs automatically in the background.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-use MCPs | Find and configure each manually | 4,000+ MCPs ready to use |
| Connection Setup | Manual coding & server setup | 1-click instant connection |
| Server Hosting | You host it yourself (needs 24/7 uptime) | 100% hosted & managed by Vinkius |
| Security & Privacy | Stored in plaintext config files | Bank-grade encrypted vault |
| Activity Visibility | Blind execution (no logs or tracking) | Live dashboard with real-time logs |
| Cost Control | Runaway AI token spend risk | Automatic budget limits |
| Revoking Access | Must delete files or code to stop | 1-click disconnect button |
How Vinkius secures
Open Beauty Facts for VS Code Copilot
Every request between VS Code Copilot and Open Beauty Facts is protected by our secure gateway. We automatically keep your sensitive data private, prevent unauthorized access, and let you disconnect instantly at any time.
Frequently asked questions
Can I search for products using a barcode?
Yes! Use the get_product_by_barcode tool. It accepts EAN-13 or UPC barcodes and retrieves the specific product record if it exists in the Open Beauty Facts database.
What is the INCI list?
INCI stands for International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients. It is the standardized system used globally to name ingredients on cosmetic packaging.
How can I find allergens in a product?
The product details retrieved by the tools include a dedicated section for detected allergens based on the ingredient list analyzed by Open Beauty Facts.
Which VS Code version supports MCP?
MCP support requires VS Code 1.99 or later with the GitHub Copilot extension. Ensure both are updated to the latest version. Older versions of Copilot may not expose the Agent mode toggle.
How do I switch to Agent mode?
Open the Copilot Chat panel and look for two mode options: "Ask" and "Agent". Click "Agent" to enable autonomous tool calling. In Ask mode, Copilot provides conversational answers but cannot invoke MCP tools.
Can I restrict which MCP tools Copilot can access?
Yes. VS Code shows a tool consent dialog before any MCP tool is invoked for the first time. You can also configure tool access policies at the organization level through GitHub Copilot settings.
Does MCP work in VS Code Remote or Codespaces?
Yes. MCP servers configured via .vscode/mcp.json work in Remote SSH, WSL, and GitHub Codespaces environments. The MCP connection is established from the remote host, so ensure the server URL is accessible from that environment.
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