Aluminum Hydroxide Good Texture enhancer Oil Control Aluminum Hydroxide at a glance Found naturally in certain minerals Opacifying agent, skin protectant, and absorbent Ruled safe as used in cosmetics Also used as an antacid Aluminum Hydroxide description Synthetic ingredient that functions as an opacifying agent. Secondary uses include colouring agent and absorbent. Aluminum hydroxide has no known skin toxicity. Related ingredients: Alumina