Quartz
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Quartz is a mineral consisting chiefly of silicon dioxide
What does it do?
Quartz is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
EU regulatory status
Quartz 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 Quartz?
Quartz is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quartz is a mineral consisting chiefly of silicon dioxide
Is Quartz allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Quartz is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Quartz do in cosmetic products?
Quartz is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive.
What is the CAS number of Quartz?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Quartz is 14808-60-7.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010