SILICA SILYLATE

Ingredient type:  MATTIFYING/ABSORBENT

Silica

✨ Role: Silica Silylate is primarily used as a mattifying agent in cosmetic products. It helps absorb excess sebum and gives the skin a smooth, matte finish, making it ideal for people with oily skin. In addition, it adds texture to formulations, which improves the application of the product on the skin.

Ingredient type: Mattifying

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use.

✨ Vegan: Yes, Silica Silylate is mineral-based, so it is suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Note: This ingredient is well tolerated by most skin types. However, due to its absorbent properties, it can dry out the skin if used in excess, especially on dry or sensitive skin.

Found in: It is frequently found in foundations, loose powders, anti-shine products, and sometimes in sun care products to give them a lighter texture.

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