CERIUM OXIDE
Ingredient type: OTHER
✨ Role: Cerium is a metal oxide used primarily as an anti-UV agent in sunscreens. It helps protect the skin against damage caused by exposure to ultraviolet rays.
Ingredient type: Mineral
⚕️ Safety: this ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics, although its use is relatively less common compared to other UV filters.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is of mineral origin and is therefore compatible with vegan formulations.
✨ Worth knowing: Although cerium oxide is effective for UV protection, it is less widely used than other filters due to the issue of opacity and cosmetic comfort. What's more, it can leave a white film on the skin.
Present in: Mainly used in sunscreens and some sunscreen make-up products.
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