Humectant

Argilla

INCI: ARGILLA
CAS 12199-37-0 EC 235-374-6
Naturally occuring substances. Smectite group minerals
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Naturally occuring substances. Smectite group minerals

Purpose

Function

Abrasive, bulking, humectant (smectite group mineral / clay)
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionnegligible
Sensitizationnone
MoSnot established
ConcernLow
Flags
epa_safer_alternative
Verdict

Argilla is a permitted mineral clay with excellent safety profile; ensure heavy metal levels (Pb, As, Hg, Cd) meet EU/US limits per batch testing.

US Note

Permitted; clay minerals are generally recognized as safe for cosmetic use

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
12199-37-0
EC Number
235-374-6
INCI
ARGILLA
Category
Humectant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026