Ingredient
Talc
A mineral used to absorb moisture and give a soft, silky feel.
- Mineral
What it is there to do
Abrasive
Physically polishes the surface.
Opacifier
Makes a clear formula less transparent.
What the rules say
Each line names the rule it comes from. A limit is not a warning.
EU · Restricted
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III
What it sets out
Restricted, with specific conditions on use in powder products for children under three.
What we don't know
- How much of it is used in any particular product. We hold no concentrations at all.
This is information about an ingredient, not medical advice, and not a judgement about any product that contains it. Back to the reference.