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MAGNESIUM/POTASSIUM/TITANIUM OXIDE.

Insufficient Data / BULKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Magnesium/Potassium/Titanium Oxide is a complex inorganic compound primarily utilized in cosmetic formulations for its structural and textural properties. It functions as a bulking agent to increase product volume and as a viscosity controller to achieve desired consistency. Given its titanium dioxide component, it is also anticipated to offer opacifying or whitening effects.

Summary

Bulking agent Viscosity controlling agent Opacifying agent Whitening agent UV filter (physical)

Science

Mechanism of Action

This complex acts on formulations by physically expanding the product volume as a bulking agent and modifying its flow characteristics as a viscosity controller. As it incorporates titanium dioxide, it is also anticipated to contribute to an opacifying or whitening effect and may offer basic physical UV protection by reflecting and scattering ultraviolet light.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 8.5 – 11.5
0 7 14

Stability

This compound demonstrates optimal stability within an alkaline pH range, specifically between 8.5 and 11.5, with certain grades maintaining integrity even in the pH 10.0 to 11.5 spectrum.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

While this specific ingredient, Magnesium/Potassium/Titanium Oxide, has not undergone direct review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel, it is recognized and listed in the European Commission's Cosing database. Its titanium dioxide component is well-studied, with the FDA recognizing it as a safe and effective sunscreen active and regulating it as a color additive in foods at concentrations up to 1%. Furthermore, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has indicated that nano-titanium dioxide does not significantly penetrate healthy skin, suggesting a minimal topical risk.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While performing crucial formulation roles like bulking and viscosity control, the direct efficacy and safety profile of Magnesium/Potassium/Titanium Oxide on skin remains largely unknown due to a lack of specific clinical data.

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