| name of ingredient |
titanium dioxide |
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| scientific name |
titanium dioxide |
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function |
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- sunblocking properties |
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- white pigment |
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| benefits |
pros: |
- opacifier, reflects ultraviolet radiation from
the sun |
- no known toxicity for skin use, with the exception of
nanoparticle-sized titanium dioxide. For more information read Titanium Dioxide: Toxic or Safe? |
|
cons: |
- processing includes removal of mineral impurities through
industrial processes to yield pure titanium dioxide. |
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| origin |
mineral |
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