Talc has many uses in cosmetics and other personal care products. For example, it may be used to absorb moisture, to prevent caking, to make facial makeup opaque, or to improve the feel of a product.
Published scientific literature going back to the 1960s has suggested a possible association between the use of powders containing talc in the genital area and the incidence of ovarian cancer. However, these studies have not conclusively demonstrated such a link, or if such a link existed, what risk factors might be involved*.
Nevertheless, there has been increase on the law suit in the United States related to talc-containing products. Most of these law suits are related to the asbestos content in the talc products which correlates to its carcinogenicity.
At Sensient, we test every batch of talc-containing products for asbestos content, and asbestos is not detected in it.
However, to respond to the growing trend on replacing talc with better received ingredients, we decided to rationalize our talc-containing products and developed talc alternatives.
Sensifeel Soft TA
- INCI: Mica, Kaolin
- No nanoparticle
- Global compliant
- Transparent with glowy finish
- Soft and dewy feel
Sensifeel Mica-22
- INCI: Mica
- No nanoparticle
- Global compliant
- Provides opacity
- Soft and creamy feel
Sensifeel Mica-E4
- INCI: Mica
- No nanoparticle
- Global compliant
- COSMOS approved
- 100% natural derived index
- Transparent with rich feel and matte finish
- Available in EMEA only
Sensifeel Mica-Ultra
- INCI: Mica
- Global compliant
- Silky touch and matte effect
- Available in LATAM only
Sericite 0022
- INCI: Mica
- No nanoparticle
- Global compliant
- Transparent with glowy finish
- Satin and creamy feel
- Available in Asia only
Mica 8 R2041
- INCI: Mica
- No nanoparticle
- Global compliant
- COSMOS approved
- 100% natural derived index
- Excellent mattifying and blurring effect
- Soft and slightly creamy feel
- Available in EMEA only
Contact us to request a sample of our talc alternatives or arrange a VIVID session with us. We will be happy to introduce you to our latest ingredient launches and innovations.
* Source: https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredients/talc
