Magnesium Tallowate
AKA “Magnesium salt of tallow fatty acids
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Magnesium tallowate
AKA: Magnesium salt of tallow fatty acids
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
A natural cleansing agent derived from plant and mineral sources that helps remove impurities while keeping your product smooth and easy to apply.
CAS #
68953-41-3
Form
Powder
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Functions
Anticaking
Bulking
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Fights Acne
Antioxidant
Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress
Lifts away dirt and oil
Prevents clumping
Adds volume
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic salt developed in the 20th century from tallow (rendered animal fat). Created as a thickening and opacifying agent for bar soaps and cleansers without traditional use.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
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