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Mineral / UV Filters

2 mineral / uv filter ingredients explained in plain English.

Titanium Dioxide Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891) A mineral UV filter and white pigment that provides broad-spectrum sun protection in sunscreens and opacity in lotions and makeup. 2-25% (sunscreens), 0.5-5% (opacifier) Zinc Oxide Zinc Oxide A white mineral powder that physically blocks UV light. The most photostable mineral sunscreen, also useful for soothing irritated skin. 5-25%