Allowed in EU

Calcium Magnesium Silicate

A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Silicic Acid, Calcium Magnesium Salt

What does it do?

Calcium Magnesium Silicate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour

EU regulatory status

Calcium Magnesium Silicate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Calcium Magnesium Silicate?

Calcium Magnesium Silicate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicic Acid, Calcium Magnesium Salt

Is Calcium Magnesium Silicate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Calcium Magnesium Silicate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Calcium Magnesium Silicate do in cosmetic products?

Calcium Magnesium Silicate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, deodorant.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010