Texture Enhancer

Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate

Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

Used as a thickening agent

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What Is Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate?

Synthetic silica-based clay composed of lithium, sodium, and magnesium. Used as a thickening agent and an absorbent.

How widely it's used

0.1%
of skincare products contain this ingredient — placing it in the top 50% of most-used ingredients.
Most common in: Cleansers Treatments

Regulatory information

Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.

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INCI Name
LITHIUM MAGNESIUM SODIUM SILICATE
EC Number
258-476-2
Function
Absorbent, Bulking, Viscosity Controlling

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