Magnesium Hydroxide Powder — Gentle & Natural Odour Neutraliser for Skincare and Deodorants

A versatile addition to your cosmetic toolkit, Magnesium Hydroxide Powder is prized for its ability to naturally neutralise odours and balance pH without causing irritation, making it ideal for sensitive skin formulations.

Benefits of Magnesium Hydroxide Powder

Neutralises Odours Naturally

Commonly used in natural deodorant recipes, magnesium hydroxide helps prevent body odour without clogging pores.

Gentle on Sensitive Skin

Unlike baking soda, this ingredient is very mild and non-irritating, making it perfect for delicate skin types.

pH Balancing Properties

Helps balance the skin’s pH, which is essential for maintaining healthy, irritation-free skin.

Versatile Cosmetic Ingredient

Perfect for deodorants, creams, lotions, and other DIY skincare and cosmetic formulations.

Why Choose Our Magnesium Hydroxide Powder?

Our high-purity, cosmetic grade Magnesium Hydroxide Powder is sourced for use in natural body care products. Whether crafting a gentle deodorant or a soothing skin cream, this ingredient is safe, effective, and easy to use.

Frequently Asked Questions About Magnesium Hydroxide Powder

Is Magnesium Hydroxide safe for sensitive skin?
Yes — it is much milder than baking soda and widely used in sensitive skin formulations.

Can this be used in deodorant making?
Absolutely — it is one of the top choices for natural deodorant recipes.

What other products can be made with Magnesium Hydroxide?

Body & Skincare Products

• Deodorants (stick, cream, or roll-on) — very popular because it neutralizes odour without irritating skin

• Face masks — absorbs excess oil while being gentle on skin

• Body powders and foot powders — odour control and skin soothing

• Lotions and creams — pH adjuster and skin protectant

• Toothpaste (natural whitening) — mild abrasive and pH balancing properties

Bath and Personal Care

• Bath soaks — helps soften water and soothe skin

• Shampoo bars and solid cleansers — stabilizes pH and mild cleansing agent

Makeup

• Setting powders — oil absorbing and mattifying properties

• Pressed powders — bulking agent and skin-soothing additive

Cosmetic Formulations

• Emulsions — helps stabilize emulsions and adjust pH

• Serums or spot treatments for oily skin — oil control without drying the skin

CAS Number 1309-42-8

Chemical Formula (Mg(OH)₂)

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