Is Loess safe in cosmetics?
Loess has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Loess
INCI: LOESS
Loess (CAS Not assigned (geological mineral sediment — aeolian silt/clay)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Absorbent, bulking agent, skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not assigned (geological mineral sediment — aeolian silt/clay)
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Function
Absorbent, bulking agent, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — not restricted under 21 CFR; similar to other mineral clays
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Loess.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Loess allowed in the EU?
Loess EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Loess do in cosmetics?
Loess functions as: Absorbent, bulking agent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (geological mineral sediment — aeolian silt/clay).
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