MAGNESIUM THIOGLYCOLATE cosmetic ingredient

CAS# code (Chemical Abstracts Service)

63592-16-5

EC# code (European Community)

264-358-1

The functions of the cosmetic ingredient

DEPILATORY : Breaking down the the mechanical strength of hair fibers so that they can be removed by mild scraping/rubbing.

HAIR WAVING OR STRAIGHTENING : Modifying the chemical structure of the hair, allowing it to be set in the style required (permanent waves or hair straightening).

REDUCING : Changing the chemical nature of another ingredient by adding hydrogen (or removing oxygen).