Silica

  • Good for Oily Skin
  • Pore Refining

Not rated A basic ingredient widely used in most products, such as purified water, or one that is not suitable for star-rating-based preference analysis.

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About Silica

Silica is an inorganic oxide.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to physically remove deposits from the surface of the skin or teeth, absorb liquids such as water or oil in a formulation, and help powder ingredients flow evenly without forming lumps.[3] It is also used to increase the volume of a formulation and adjust the amount of solids, reduce light transmission so the contents appear less translucent, and control the viscosity and flow of a formulation.[3] It is described as crystalline and having no noticeable odor, so evenly dispersing the particles throughout the formulation is important to prevent clumping or settling.[2]

Silica Details

Ingredient function
Abrasive, Absorbent, Anticaking, Bulking, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Main product categories
Sunscreen, Loose Powder, Moisturizing Cream
INCI name
SILICA
CosIng ID
78845

Silica References

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