Manganese Sulfate
What Manganese Sulfate is & what it does
Manganese Sulfate is an inorganic salt of manganese and sulfuric acid. In cosmetics it is used in small amounts, typically as a source of the trace element manganese or as a minor formulation additive. It usually appears at low concentrations as a supporting ingredient rather than a primary active.
Is Manganese Sulfate safe?
Manganese Sulfate is an inorganic salt used in small amounts in cosmetics and is generally considered safe at the low levels used in formulas. It is typically present as a minor additive rather than a high-concentration ingredient. As with any ingredient, sensitive individuals may prefer to patch test a new product.
What does Manganese Sulfate do in skincare?
Manganese Sulfate is used in small amounts as a source of the trace element manganese or as a minor formulation additive. It usually plays a supporting role rather than acting as a primary active. Its effect depends on the concentration and the overall product.
Is Manganese Sulfate natural or synthetic?
Manganese Sulfate is an inorganic mineral salt. It can occur in nature but the grade used in cosmetics is typically produced industrially for purity and consistency. It is best described as a mineral-derived, manufactured ingredient.
Sunscreens with Manganese Sulfate
We rate 9 sunscreens that contain it:
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Mimitika Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
90/100
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Mimitika Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30
88/100
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LANEIGE Watery Sun Cream Spf 50+ Pa++++
82/100
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Garnier Ombrelle Kids Water Resistant Lotion Spf 50+
80/100
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LANEIGE Light Sun Fluid Spf 50+ Pa+++
79/100
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LANEIGE Marshmallow Sun Cushion SPF 50+ PA+++
79/100
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Mimitika Sunscreen Body Spray SPF 50
66/100
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Mimitika Sunscreen Body Spray SPF 30
66/100
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LANEIGE Hydro UV Defense Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
64/100