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SODIUM POTASSIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE.

Valuable CAS 66402-68-4 / 12736-96-8 / BULKING

Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate is a versatile cosmetic ingredient primarily functioning to enhance product texture and stability. It acts as a bulking agent and viscosity modifier, contributing to the desirable consistency and feel of skincare and cosmetic formulations.

Viscosity controlling Bulking agent Colorant

Science

This compound primarily operates on the skin's surface, where it contributes physical bulk to cosmetic formulations and modulates their rheological properties to adjust viscosity. As a silicate, its dermal absorption is exceptionally low, estimated at approximately 0.00052%, ensuring its effects are localized to the product's physical characteristics.


Research

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A


Transparency

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The inclusion of aluminum has been demonstrated to stabilize sodium silicate gels within aqueous environments, facilitating their transformation from soluble gels into insoluble sodium hydroaluminosilicates, thereby enhancing formulation stability.


Safety

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Panel has affirmed Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate as safe for use in cosmetic applications under established practices and concentrations. Aluminum compounds, including this silicate, demonstrate very poor dermal absorption, estimated at 0.00052%, which minimizes systemic exposure. While generally considered non-irritating and non-allergenic, the CIR Expert Panel advises careful formulation, particularly in leave-on products, to mitigate potential irritation, though rare individual sensitivities may occur.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Valuable

Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate is a valuable and safe ingredient for formulators, effectively enhancing product texture, viscosity, and bulk without significant dermal absorption or known skin irritation.


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