Pyrophyllite
AKA “Pyrophyllite (AlH(SiO3)2)
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Pyrophyllite
AKA: Pyrophyllite (AlH(SiO3)2)
Ingredient · Abrasive · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Not Clean
Aluminatesilicate
CAS #
12269-78-2, 113349-10-3, 113349-11-4, 113349-12-5, 141040-73-5, 141040-74-6
Form
Powder
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Functions
Abrasive
Absorbent
Opacifying
Physical Exfoliant
Absorbs Excess Oil
Adds Opacity
Antioxidant Protection
Wound Healing
Fights Bacteria
Gently polishes surface
Creates creamy opacity
Traditional Use
Used historically in Asia, particularly in traditional Chinese and Japanese skincare for its absorptive and purifying properties. Often ground into powder and used as a natural mineral base in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Oiliness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR