Titanium Dioxide

The Basics On Titanium Dioxide

What is Titanium Dioxide?

Inert earth mineral.

What are other names for Titanium Dioxide?

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What is Titanium Dioxide used for?

Titanium dioxide, also known as titanium oxide, is a physical sunscreen that prevents UVA and UVB radiation from damaging our skin. It is a common ingredient found in many in sun protection creams and other formulations requiring sun protection. It has a white powder when applied to the skin. Some products have formulations that blend more with skin tones. Overall, titanium dioxide in skin creams has a positive effect on the upper dermis of the skin is generally safe to use on the skin.

How Titanium Dioxide is classified

Sunscreen Actives, Coloring Agents/Pigments, Thickeners/Emulsifiers

Recommendations for using Titanium Dioxide during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Is it OK to use titanium dioxide during pregnancy? Limited data suggests no known risk

Titanium Dioxide During Pregnancy

What we know about using Titanium Dioxide while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

Data on the developmental and reproductive toxicity of titanium complexes reviewed in this safety assessment were neither found in the published literature, nor were these data submitted.

General safety info about Titanium Dioxide from CIR

The CIR Expert Panel reviewed the safety of 5 titanium complexes in cosmetic products; these ingredients have the following reported functions in cosmetics: surface modifier ( Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate); colorant; humectant (Titanium Citrate); binder (Titanium Ethoxide); film former; opacifying agent (Titanium Isostearates); and preservative (Titanium Salicylate). The Panel reviewed relevant data relating to the safety of these ingredients in cosmetic formulations and issued the following separate conclusions: Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate is safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentration described in the safety assessment, when used as a surface modifier. The data are insufficient to determine the safety of Titanium Citrate, Titanium Ethoxide, Titanium Isostearates, and Titanium Salicylate

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Products where you might find Titanium Dioxide

Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Broad Spectrum; UNSUN Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 30 – Medium/Dark