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White coloring substance particles that are mixed with color pigments to achieve brightening effects. At the same time they increase the covering effect of an external substance which can be used cosmetically for skin impurities on the one hand and protects the skin against UV rays on the other hand (see below light protection physical). Mainly titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and calcium carbonate are used.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer