Common Name(s): Amethyst extract,amethyst extract,mineral/gemstone extract,trace mineral active

CAS Number: N/a

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Delivers trace mineral ions and mineral-specific compounds for skin conditioning — providing the mineral's characteristic elemental composition (silicates, aluminosilicates, or metal complexes) in a cosmetically applicable extracted form.

Why It's Used: Mineral extracts provide the authentic geological origin narrative for luxury cosmetics — trace mineral ionic delivery to skin providing a conditioning modality from the earth's mineral chemistry rather than biological sources.

How It Works: Mineral extraction: aqueous or aqueous-alcohol extraction of the powdered mineral releases soluble trace metal ions (si⁴⁺, al³⁺, ca²⁺, mg²⁺, fe²⁺/³⁺, cu²⁺) and small molecule organics adsorbed to the mineral surface. azurite provides cu²⁺ (sod-mimetic antioxidant); amethyst provides silicate ions; argilla provides kaolin clay particles with adsorptive purification.

Typically Found In: Premium skin care,luxury mineral cosmetics

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Functional ingredient – mineral

Secondary Functions: Mineral support,skin conditioning

Application Areas:

Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%–5%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: Yes – mineral

Halal Status: Yes

Source Notes: Mineral-derived or synthetically produced.

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic

Sensitivity Concerns: Generally non-irritating at cosmetic use levels.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.

Works Well With: Ceramides,humectants,skin actives

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Mineral extract cosmetic claims should specify the extracted mineral compound concentration — the trace element profile from mineral extraction varies significantly by source geology and extraction method, making standardisation to active ion concentration essential for consistent benefit.

Last Verified: Cosing database,amethyst extract mineral extract trace mineral review

Primary Sources: 2026-03-22