What it is
This titanium-based ester is used to coat pigments and mineral UV filters such as titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. The hydrophobic coating helps the particles disperse evenly in oils, resist clumping, and improve the wear of tinted and mineral sunscreens.
Safety & warnings
Used as a particle surface treatment and generally regarded as well tolerated.
Origin & sourcing
Synthetic titanium ester of isostearic acid.
Questions everyone asks
What does this ingredient do?
It coats pigments and mineral filters so they disperse evenly and resist water.
Is it a sunscreen filter?
No, it is a coating that helps mineral filters and pigments perform and spread better.