CALCIUM CHLORIDE
Calcium chloride is a mineral salt commonly used for its moisturizing and stabilizing properties. In cosmetics, it helps maintain skin moisture and strengthen the skin barrier. It also plays a role in the electrolyte balance of cells, promoting more supple and better protected skin.
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What is calcium chloride ?
Calcium chloride (CaCl₂) is a mineral salt naturally present in the human body, particularly in bones and bodily fluids. In cosmetics, it is primarily used for its moisturizing, soothing, and remineralizing properties. It also plays a role in regulating the skin's ionic balance and promoting skin barrier function. Its ability to attract and retain water makes it an attractive ingredient in moisturizers, particularly for sensitive or irritated skin.
Used in low concentrations, calcium chloride helps maintain good skin hydration and can also soothe skin inflammation. It is well tolerated by the skin and is used in formulas for facial, scalp, and body care.
Where does calcium chloride come from ?
Calcium chloride used in cosmetics is generallypharmaceutical or cosmetic quality, obtained by chemical synthesis from calcium carbonate and hydrochloric acid. It can also come fromnatural mineral depositsThe form used in cosmetic products is highly purified and complies with current safety standards. It is not of animal origin and is suitable for vegan formulations.
Properties and active ingredients
Calcium chloride has several beneficial properties that justify its use in skin care:
- Active hydration: It plays a role as a humectant, attracting water into the upper layers of the skin to maintain good hydration.
- Skin soothing: It can help reduce feelings of irritation, tightness or itching, especially in cases of reactive skin.
- Remineralization: Calcium is an essential element for cell regeneration, and its localized supply supports the overall health of the epidermis.
- Strengthening the skin barrier: It contributes to the cohesion of epidermal cells, strengthening the skin's natural barrier function.
What are the benefits of calcium chloride ?
- Improves hydration and reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
- Soothes redness, irritation and inflammation.
- Supports skin regeneration, particularly after external aggression (wind, cold, harsh products).
- Helps balance sensitive and reaction-prone skin.
- Contributes to a more even skin tone and smoothed skin texture.
Its benefits :
- Hydrates the skin and strengthens the skin barrier
- Soothes feelings of discomfort and dryness
- Provides calcium to support cell regeneration
How to use calcium chloride ?
Calcium chloride is incorporated into various types of topical care:
- Moisturizing milks and lotions: to restore mineral balance and calm the skin.
- Soothing serums: particularly for reactive skin or skin after dermatological intervention.
- After-sun care: to limit redness and promote repair.
- Hair products: sometimes used to soothe the scalp or remineralize chemically treated hair.
- Masks: to strengthen and refresh the epidermis.
It is rarely used alone but is part of mineral complexes or advanced moisturizing formulas. It is generally well tolerated by all skin types.
Any side effects ?
Calcium chloride is considered to besafe and non-irritatingfor cosmetic use, but some precautions should be noted:
- High concentration, it may cause a tingling sensation or slight irritation.
- In case of contact with eyes or mucous membranes, it may be slightly irritating.
- Very sensitive skin: although rare, intolerance or local reaction may occur, especially if combined with other exfoliating agents.
It is therefore important that its use is well measured in formulas, which is always the case in regulated cosmetics.