An inorganic oxide of manganese, listed as a UV absorber.
What it is
Manganese oxide is an inorganic compound of manganese and oxygen; manganese forms several oxides, and the CosIng entry does not specify which one. CosIng lists it as a UV absorber.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
A UV absorber function relates to protecting the product, not the skin. The INCI list does not show the concentration used. The INCI name does not show which manganese oxide is meant.
Functions
- UV absorber
- Protecting the cosmetic product from the effects of UV-light.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.