Ingredient
Kaolin (White Clay)
INCI name: Kaolin
China clay
White clay
Kaolinite
What it is
A soft white clay that is one of the gentlest mineral absorbents used on skin.
How it works
Kaolinite particles gently soak up excess surface oil with less drying than stronger clays.
What it does
Cleansing
Viscosity controlling
Opacifying
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.