Phytin
AKA “myo-Inositol, calcium magnesium salt (1:?:?), RefChem:819691, Eviunis, Phytic acid calcium magnesium salt, Inositocalcium, Phytophosphine, EINECS 222-798-1
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Phytin
AKA: Myo-Inositol, Calcium magnesium salt (1:?:?), RefChem:819691, Eviunis, Phytic acid calcium magnesium salt, Inositocalcium, Phytophosphine, EINECS 222-798-1
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A hydrating ingredient that draws moisture into skin and helps soften and condition it, leaving skin feeling supple and comfortable.
Formula
C6H6CaMgO24P6-8
Mol. Weight
712.32
CAS #
3615-82-5
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A naturally occurring compound found in plant seeds and grains, traditionally used in folk medicine for antioxidant properties. Used in modern cosmetics as an antioxidant and chelating agent derived primarily from rice bran and other plant sources.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Sun Damage
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR