Mineral
Calcium Chloride
Mineral salt and electrolyte that can affect the stability, gel formation, and tonicity of aqueous cosmetic formulations.
ElectrolyteCalcium saltGel formation
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Calcium salt of hydrochloric acid. Used in cosmetics as an electrolyte, tonicity regulator, stabilizer, and component for the operation of some gel systems.
Found in aqueous formulas, masks, gels, alginate systems, hair care, and products with a mineral profile.
Key Benefits
Supports gels
Calcium ions can participate in the structure of some polymer or alginate systems.
Regulates tonicity
Helps adjust the osmotic properties of the aqueous phase.
Affects stability
As an electrolyte, it can change the viscosity, behavior of thickeners, and overall structure of the formula.
Suitable for
Main Actions
The final formula is more important.
Calcium Chloride can be technologically useful, but an excess of electrolytes can sometimes change the feel of the formula. The finished product should be evaluated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Calcium Chloride do for skin?
Found in aqueous formulas, masks, gels, alginate systems, hair care, and products with a mineral profile.
Who should use Calcium Chloride?
Calcium Chloride is suitable for: Gels, Masks, Alginate formulas, Mineral products.
Are there any warnings about Calcium Chloride?
Calcium Chloride can be technologically useful, but an excess of electrolytes can sometimes change the feel of the formula. The finished product should be evaluated.
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