Sensory desensitizer / oral care active
Strontium chloride hexahydrate
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A mineral salt used in toothpastes and select skincare to reduce stinging and sensitivity. It is well studied for oral care use but is restricted to defined concentrations in cosmetics.
Skin benefits
- Reduces sensory irritation and stinging in cosmetic and oral care formulas
- Used in toothpaste to lower dentin hypersensitivity
- Provides a calming effect on reactive or sensitized skin
Known concerns
- Permitted only in specific oral and skin applications with concentration limits
- May cause mild local irritation at higher concentrations
- Some consumer concern about strontium accumulation, though dermal uptake is limited
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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