Manganese Oxide

Manganese Oxide is a cosmetic ingredient used as an uv absorber agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameMANGANESE OXIDE
FunctionUV ABSORBER
CAS number11129-60-5
EC number234-378-5
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inBody
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches1,600

Used in

Body Scrubs 50%Body Washes 50%

Frequently asked

What does Manganese Oxide do in skincare?
Manganese Oxide functions as an uv absorber agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Manganese Oxide allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Manganese Oxide?
It is most commonly found in Body products, especially body scrubs (50% of its uses).

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