Synthetic Sapphire
Synthetic Sapphire is a cosmetic ingredient used as a bulking, opacifying agent. It is used in 23 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | SYNTHETIC SAPPHIRE |
| Function | BULKING, OPACIFYING |
| CAS number | - |
| Prevalence | 23 products (0.02% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Makeup |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 590 |
Used in
Fragrances 26.1%Serums 17.4%Blushes 8.7%Bronzers 8.7%Contours 4.3%Eye Masks 4.3%
Frequently asked
- What does Synthetic Sapphire do in skincare?
- Synthetic Sapphire functions as a bulking, opacifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Synthetic Sapphire allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Synthetic Sapphire?
- It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially fragrances (26.1% of its uses).
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