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Absorbent

SILICA

CAS 7631-86-9 / 112945-52-5 / 60676-86-0 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Amorphous silica — a fine inert powder that absorbs oil and gives a smooth matte finish. Cosmetic grade is amorphous, not the lung-damaging crystalline form.

Function

ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Absorbs oil and gives matte finish
  • Adds slip in powders
  • Anti-caking agent
  • Inert on skin

Known concerns

  • Crystalline silica (different form) is IARC 1; cosmetic amorphous silica is not
  • Inhalation caution for loose powders

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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