TITANIUM DIOXIDE
DEFINITION
FDA-approved, physical sunscreen that scatters UV light. May be used alone or in combination with chemical sunscreens, in skincare creams, make-up bases and daytime moisturisers. It is also used as colourant to provide a white colour base to cosmetic preparations.
ORIGIN
Natural oxide of titanium mineral.
FUNCTION
Protects the skin, prevents sunburn and sun damage, soothes, and imparts natural colour.