ALUMINA

Ingredient type:MATTIFYING/ABSORBENT

Mattifying/absorbent

✨ Role: Alumina, also known as aluminum oxide, is used in cosmetics primarily as an opacifier to give products a smoother texture and as an absorbent to control sebum. It can also serve as a thickening ingredient to stabilize emulsions.

Ingredient type: Opacifier

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe in cosmetic products at typical concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, alumina is mineral-based and is therefore considered vegan.

✨ Note: Although alumina is generally well tolerated, it is always recommended to perform a sensitivity test for people with sensitive skin. It should not be confused with aluminum in metallic form or as aluminum salt, which are different and often subject to debate in terms of safety.

Found in: Alumina is found in foundations, compact powders, lipsticks, and certain skin care products designed to control shine.

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