Calcium Magnesium Silicate
AKA “Silicic Acid, Calcium Magnesium Salt
Mineral
Ingredient Facts
Calcium magnesium silicate
AKA: Silicic Acid, Calcium Magnesium Salt
Mineral · Absorbent · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Mineral
Clean
Silicic Acid, Calcium Magnesium Salt Science: Functions: Absorbent, Deodorant Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Powder
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Functions
Absorbent
Deodorant
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Antimicrobial
Absorbs excess oil
Neutralizes odor
Traditional Use
Silicates have been used for millennia in traditional skincare, particularly talc-based minerals in Asian and Mediterranean beauty practices. This specific mixed-mineral form is a modern development for oil absorption and texture in contemporary cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR