Magnesium Stearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, bulking, colorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Magnesium distearate
What does it do?
Magnesium Stearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
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Moisturising
increases the water content of skin or hair, leaving it softer and more pliable
EU regulatory status
Magnesium Stearate is listed in Annex IV of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Magnesium Stearate?
Magnesium Stearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Magnesium distearate
Is Magnesium Stearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Magnesium Stearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Magnesium Stearate do in cosmetic products?
Magnesium Stearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, bulking, colorant, moisturising.
What is the CAS number of Magnesium Stearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Magnesium Stearate is 557-04-0.
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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: 12/08/2020