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MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE

CAS 1327-43-1
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A natural clay (smectite) used to thicken creams and suspend mineral pigments. Inert and very well tolerated on skin — only an inhalation concern for loose powder form.

Function

ABSORBENTANTICAKINGOPACIFYINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Clay thickener
  • Pigment suspender
  • Mineral-derived

Known concerns

  • Avoid inhaling loose powder

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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