Hydroxyapatite (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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hydroxyapatite

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Mineral from the mineral class of the "phosphates, arsenates and vanadates", with the formula: Ca5[OH|(PO4)3] which occurs naturally at different locations. Hydroxyapatite forms the mineral basis of the hard substance (bones, teeth) of all vertebrates. Finely ground hydroxyapatite is used in cosmetic formulations as: abrasive (removes any impurities from the body surface, supports mechanical tooth cleaning and/or improves gloss), emulsion stabilizer (supports emulsion formation and improves the resistance and durability of emulsions) and swelling agent.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer