Silver
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Silver is a metallic element.
(To identify the colourant meeting the requirements for labelling purposes in the EU, the INCI Name CI 77820 must be used)
Purpose
Metallic element that in cosmetics can have disinfecting properties; however, prolonged contact can turn skin grayish blue. Silver can be sensitizing to skin.
Rating
WORST
Category
Irritant, Coloring Agent/Pigment
INCI Purpose
COLORANT, DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS
Alternative Names
At a Glance
Article
Metallic element that in cosmetics can have disinfecting properties; however, prolonged contact can turn skin grayish blue. Silver can be sensitizing to skin, and can cause silver toxicity.
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