Silica

INGREDIENT

Silica

Absorbent; Bulking Agent; Opacifying Agent; Texture Modifier

Approved

Amorphous silica used in cosmetics has a favorable topical safety profile. It should not be confused with crystalline silica, which presents serious inhalation hazards in occupational settings. Inhalation exposure to respirable powders should still be minimized.

Also known as 3 Synonyms
Function Absorbs oil and moisture, improves slip and texture, controls shine, and can provide bulking or optical effects.
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 7631-86-9
Category Absorbent; Bulking Agent; Opacifying Agent; Texture Modifier
Function Absorbs oil and moisture, improves slip and texture, controls shine, and can provide bulking or optical effects.
Evidence Level Strong
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Absorbs oil and moisture, improves slip and texture, controls shine, and can provide bulking or optical effects.

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
  2. 2 www.cir-safety.org
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 7 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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