Aluminum Iron Calcium Magnesium Germanium Silicates

AKA “Mineral complex, Silicate pigment”

Mineral

Ingredient Facts

Aluminum iron calcium magnesium germanium silicates

AKA: Mineral complex, Silicate pigment

Mineral · Antioxidant · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Antioxidant

Preservative

Mineral

Clean

Aluminum Iron Calcium Magnesium Germanium Silicates is a ceramic powder consisting mainly of silicon dioxide, aluminum oxide, ferric oxide, calcium oxide, magnesium oxide and germanium oxide Science: Functions: Antimicrobial, Antioxidant Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

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Form

Powder

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Functions

Antimicrobial

Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.

Antioxidant

Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.

Fights acne

Causing bacteria

Neutralizes free radicals

Traditional Use

Modern synthetic mineral complex developed for cosmetic use as an absorbent and anti-caking agent. No traditional use history; formulated in the 20th century to improve powder texture and oil control in makeup.