Ingredient
COLLOIDAL SILVER
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
ANTIMICROBIAL
Helps control the growth of micro-organisms (eg bacteria and fungi)
SLIP MODIFIER
Enhancing the flow properties of ingredients
Background information on use in cosmetics
Silver is used in cosmetic products mostly in the form of micro silver. Because of the antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties creams which contain silver are also suited in the event of neurodermatitis and for skin that tends to blemish. Silver is also used in deodorants or footcare products.
Further information
For the clarification of a suspicion of a contact allergy this substance can be routinely tested in the epicutaneous test at the dermatologist.
Belongs to the following substance groups
Regulating cosmetics
Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.