Titanium Isostearates
AKA “Titanium Isostearate
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Titanium isostearates
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Occlusive
Not Clean
Titanium Isostearates is the product formed by the reaction of titanium tetraethoxide and Isostearic acid
CAS #
61417-49-0; 3087-36-3
Form
Powder
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Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Opacifying
Creates Protective Barrier
Adds Opacity
Creates protective layer
Creates creamy opacity
Traditional Use
Modern titanium derivatives synthesized for the cosmetics industry in the latter half of the 20th century. Designed to provide opacifying, water-binding, and skin-conditioning properties in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Reviewed by CIR
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR