Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, bulking, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicic acid, lithium magnesium sodium salt
What does it do?
Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
-
Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
-
Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Lithium Magnesium Sodium 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 Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate?
Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicic acid, lithium magnesium sodium salt
Is Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate do in cosmetic products?
Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, bulking, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate is 53320-86-8.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2018