Ingredient

Titanium Dioxide

Low risk

FunctionOpacifier

What it is — Titanium Dioxide (INCI: Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891), a naturally occurring inorganic mineral used in a refined, cosmetic-grade form.

What it does — It is commonly used as an opacifier and white pigment, to help even out coverage, and as an inorganic (mineral) UV filter that reflects and scatters ultraviolet light.

Typical use — Widely found in sunscreens, tinted and tone-up products, and color cosmetics where it lends whiteness and coverage.

Who it suits / good to know — Suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin, as a mineral filter option; particle treatment affects finish and dispersion.

Safety — Rated low risk in leave-on cosmetic use. This is general information, not medical advice; loose powder forms are best used carefully to avoid inhalation.

How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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