Magnesium Hydroxide (Magnesium Hydroxide), 100 g
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This is a fine white powder valued for its ability to help regulate unwanted odors without using aluminum salts. Thanks to its mineral origin, it is a popular ingredient in modern natural cosmetics.
In homemade cosmetics, it is mainly used in solid and cream deodorants, powders, body dusts, and other products intended for daily skin care. In formulations, it contributes to a feeling of freshness and comfort upon application.
Why is it popular in deodorants?
Magnesium hydroxide creates a mildly alkaline environment, which is not favorable for bacteria responsible for body odor development. Therefore, it helps to maintain a sense of freshness without blocking natural perspiration. That's why it has become one of the most used alternatives to baking soda in natural deodorants.
Use in cosmetics
Magnesium hydroxide is primarily added to:
- solid deodorants
- cream deodorants
- deodorant sticks
- body powders
- foot powders
- mattifying facial masks
How to work with it
Magnesium hydroxide is a fine powder that is practically insoluble in water. In cosmetic formulations, it is incorporated as a dispersion. Most often it is added to the oil phase, water-free recipes, or evenly dispersed in emulsions.
- Solubility: insoluble in water and oils
- Form of use: dispersion
- Recommended dosage: 2–20% depending on product type
- Stability: stable in a wide pH range
Advantages of magnesium hydroxide in cosmetics
- Helps neutralize unwanted odors without the use of aluminum salts.
- Does not clog sweat glands, which is why it is a popular ingredient in natural deodorants.
- Gentle on the skin – generally well tolerated even by sensitive skin.
- Contributes to absorption of excess moisture without drying out as much as some other powder ingredients.
- Mineral origin – suitable for natural and minimalist formulations.
- Stable raw material with a long shelf life.
- Odorless, does not affect the fragrance of the final product.
- Easily blends with other deodorant ingredients, such as starches, zinc oxide, kaolin, or shea butter.
- Does not leave a significant white film in formulations with lower powder content.
- Suitable for both anhydrous and emulsion formulations.
Properties
- mineral origin
- fine white powder
- easy to incorporate into recipes
- suitable for deodorants without aluminum salts
- suitable for both anhydrous and emulsion formulations
| Unit weight (g) | 100 |
| Most common use | Deodorants, Sunscreen and after-sun products, Face (face, serums, creams, masks, anti-age, cleansing), Body (body care, bath, wraps, sun care), Hair (shampoos, conditioners, masks, hair protection) |
| Solubility | Disperse, Into the water phase |
| Effect | Hydration and skin barrier, Soothing and regeneration |
| Package size | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Ekokoza |
| Country of origin | DEU |
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