Q&A: Are Titanium Dioxide & Mica Skin Irritants?

Amilee·Updated on September 8, 2023

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Question

Hi there,

Lately, I’ve been doing some research and came across some information that titanium dioxide and mica are skin irritants. What is your take on those ingredients?

Thank you so much!

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Answer

Hi There!

Thanks for your question!

We haven’t found this to be true for our customers (who are primarily acne sufferers with a range of allergies and super sensitive skin).

None of our ingredients are micronized (they do not contain nanoparticles) and our titanium dioxide isn’t coated like much of the TD used in cosmetics. This could be why our products that contain titanium dioxide and/or mica are not irritating.

I hope that helps!

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