Magnesium Silicate
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, anticaking, bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicic acid, magnesium salt
What does it do?
Magnesium Silicate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
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 Magnesium Silicate?
Magnesium Silicate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicic acid, magnesium salt
Is Magnesium Silicate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Magnesium Silicate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Magnesium Silicate do in cosmetic products?
Magnesium Silicate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, anticaking, bulking, opacifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Magnesium Silicate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Magnesium Silicate is 1343-88-0.
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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