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CALCIUM MAGNESIUM SILICATE

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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 natural mineral silicate used as an absorbent, anti-caking, and bulking agent. Inert on skin; the only meaningful concern is dust inhalation when handling loose powder.

Function

ABSORBENTDEODORANT

Skin benefits

  • Mineral absorbent and bulking agent
  • Anti-caking in powders
  • Mattifying skin feel

Known concerns

  • Inhalation risk from loose powder
  • Possible respirable crystalline silica trace
  • Inert on skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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