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Magnesium Sulfate

Epsom salt / MgSO4

Safety Notes

Magnesium salt; bath soaks for muscle relaxation (transdermal magnesium absorption evidence debated); mineral; well-tolerated; mild astringent; bulking in salt products

Function & Common Use

Function

Bulking Agent / Skin Conditioning / Viscosity Modifier

Category

Viscosity Agent

Common In

Bath salts body soaks mineral skincare

Origin

Mineral

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Magnesium Sulfate safe to use in skincare?

Magnesium Sulfate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Magnesium salt; bath soaks for muscle relaxation (transdermal magnesium absorption evidence debated); mineral; well-tolerated; mild astringent; bulking in salt products

Is Magnesium Sulfate allowed in India?

Magnesium Sulfate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Magnesium Sulfate used for in cosmetics?

Magnesium Sulfate functions as: Bulking Agent / Skin Conditioning / Viscosity Modifier. It is commonly found in: Bath salts body soaks mineral skincare.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS7487-88-9
EC231-298-2

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