Characteristics
- INCI
- Magnesium Chloride
- CAS
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7786-30-3
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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232-094-6
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- Magnesium Chloride
- Functions
- viscosity controlling
Для кого подходит
Description
Magnesium Chloride is a mineral salt naturally found in seawater and underground brines. In cosmetics, it’s mainly used as a thickener and texture helper, especially in formulas that need a richer, more stable feel. It can also help certain products hold their consistency and spread more evenly on skin or hair.
For skin, magnesium chloride is most often valued for the way it supports a product’s overall feel rather than for a dramatic active effect. In hair care, it may appear in scalp products, sprays, or styling formulas where a salt-based texture is useful. People who like lightweight, mineral-inspired formulas may appreciate it, especially in body care, hair mists, and some cleansing products.
Caveat: because it is a salt, magnesium chloride can feel drying or stingy in high amounts, particularly on very sensitive or compromised skin. It’s usually best tolerated when balanced with humectants, oils, or soothing ingredients in the formula. As always, the finished product matters more than the ingredient alone.
Found in products (1 925 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Fanola (50 продуктов)
