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Skin Conditioning

ANDESITE EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A mineral extract of andesite volcanic rock. Marketed for trace-mineral content; the raw material is highly variable and may carry silica fines and heavy-metal traces.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Volcanic-rock-derived mineral suspension
  • Provides trace minerals (silicates, iron, magnesium)
  • Marketed for 'mineralising' effect

Known concerns

  • Vague raw material — composition varies dramatically by source quarry
  • Possible silica/crystalline silica fines (inhalation hazard if powder)
  • Trace heavy-metal content depending on quarry
  • No CIR/SCCS dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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