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Aluminum Hydroxide

Good

Texture enhancer

Aluminum Hydroxide at a glance

  • Found naturally in certain minerals
  • Opacifying agent, skin protectant, and absorbent
  • Ruled safe as used in cosmetics
  • Also used as an antacid

Aluminum Hydroxide description

Synthetic ingredient that functions as an opacifying agent. Secondary uses include colouring agent and absorbent. Aluminum hydroxide has no known skin toxicity.

Related ingredients: Alumina

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Aluminum Hydroxide references

  • International Journal of Toxicology, November 2016, pages 16S-33S
  • Nanotechnology Science and Applications, October 2011, pages 95–112

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.