Titanium Dioxide

Cas No: 13463-67-7

With the chemical formula TiO2, titanium dioxide, also referred to as titanium(IV) oxide or titania, is an inorganic substance. It is also known as titanium white, Pigment White 6 (PW6), or CI 77891 when used as a pigment. Although mineral forms can appear black, it is a solid that is insoluble in water and is white in colour. It functions as a physical sunscreen that reflects ultraviolet radiation from the sun as opposed to chemical sunscreens that absorb it.

Application

As a thickening, opacifying, and sunscreen ingredient. In terms of skin sensitivity, it is regarded as non-risky and shields skin from UVA and UVB radiation.It is a great sunscreen ingredient for sensitive skin that is prone to redness because of how gentle it is. It's fantastic for use near the eyes because it almost never stings.  The rutile form is typically used in sunscreens.