Magnesium Hydroxide

INGREDIENT

Magnesium Hydroxide

Inorganic Base

Approved

Low systemic exposure is expected; high concentrations or alkaline formulations can irritate skin or eyes.

Also known as 1 Synonym
Function pH adjuster; absorbent
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Moderate
CAS Number 1309-42-8
Category Inorganic Base
Function pH adjuster; absorbent
Evidence Level Moderate
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

pH adjuster; absorbent

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 2 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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