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Silica in cosmetics
       
  

I am using cosmetics which contain silica. How does silica play a role in cosmetics? 
   

Manamana (Mar 2005)
  
 

Answer:  

An anonymous person, who has extensive knowledge about silica in cosmetics, answered the question above:
  
 
These are the reasons why silica is used for cosmetics:

  1. Silica contained in foundation adsorbs sweat and oils in skin, which prevents light reflection by sweat/oil and keeps makeup on the skin longer.

  1. Spherical particle type of silica improves the smoothness and spreading of foundation and cream.
     

  2. The smooth surface appearance of nail polish is created by silica particles in the polish.
      

  3. Porous silica is used as an ingredient in powder perfume, which can keep the fragrance on the skin for a longer time. 
      

  4. Silica is contained in antiperspirant, which gives the smooth feeling after it is applied on the skin.


 
Cosmetics which 
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 Silica may be used in ways other than the reasons above.
 
  
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