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Magnesium Hydroxide

Magnesium Hydroxide
⚗️ pH adjuster ↗

An alkaline ingredient used as a pH adjuster and absorbent in cosmetic formulations. It helps maintain product stability and performance.

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Safety: Generally well tolerated by most skin types.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
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✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
Milk of Magnesia
Functions
⚗️ pH adjuster
Keeps the formula at the correct pH for skin safety and stability.
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