FELDSPAR POWDER

Exfoliant

85

Good

CAS Number: 12168-80-8

About FELDSPAR POWDER

A naturally occurring mineral powder used as a gentle physical exfoliant that polishes away dead skin cells without microplastic pollution.

Detailed Analysis

Feldspar is an aluminosilicate mineral group (including orthoclase, albite, and anorthite) used as an abrasive in facial scrubs and toothpastes. Natural mineral abrasives like feldspar are exempt from the EU microplastic restriction (Annex XVII of REACH) that bans synthetic microbeads. The SCCS has confirmed the safety of mineral abrasives in cosmetic products when particle size is controlled above 100 microns to avoid inhalation concerns.

What It Does

ABRASIVE SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Natural physical exfoliation revealing brighter skin
  • ✓ Sustainability advantage over synthetic microplastic beads

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Inhalation risk if powder form is aerosolized; avoid in loose-powder products
  • ⚠ May be too abrasive for sensitive or compromised skin types

Safety Score

85

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.