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Skin Conditioning

BITTERN

60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

The mineral-rich liquid left after sea-salt crystallisation — heavy in magnesium chloride and trace minerals. Used for skin conditioning. Generally safe diluted; can sting on compromised skin.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGHUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Magnesium- and trace-mineral source for skin conditioning
  • Sea-derived natural mineral water
  • Mild osmotic effect

Known concerns

  • High salt content can sting on broken skin
  • Heavy-metal trace contamination depending on source
  • Composition varies by region and batch

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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