Sapphire Powder
What Sapphire Powder is & what it does
Sapphire Powder is a finely milled mineral powder made from aluminum oxide, the same material as the gemstone sapphire. In cosmetics it is generally used as an abrasive, texture, or sensory ingredient that adds a smooth, soft-focus feel and can lend a subtle optical finish. It is typically present at low levels to refine the look and slip of a product. No specific concerns are flagged for this ingredient.
What is Sapphire Powder?
It is a finely milled mineral powder made from aluminum oxide, the same material as the gemstone sapphire. In cosmetics it is used as a texture and sensory ingredient.
What does Sapphire Powder do in a formula?
It adds a smooth, soft feel and can lend a subtle optical or soft-focus finish. It is typically present at low levels to refine slip and texture.
Is Sapphire Powder safe?
It is generally considered safe and inert in cosmetic use, and no specific concerns are flagged for it in our catalog. As with any powder, individual tolerance can vary.
Sunscreens with Sapphire Powder
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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CATRIN Natural 100 Mineral Sunkill Rx Spf 46 Pa+++
80/100
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Maxclinic Sunkill SPF 46
80/100
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The Saem Snail Essential EX Tone Up Essence Pact SPF 50+
67/100
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Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultra Radiance Liquid Makeup Spf 20
49/100