thickener

Kaolin(Natural Clay)

INCI: KAOLIN
CAS 1332-58-7
Kaolin(Natural Clay) is used as a viscosity controlling agent to adjust the thickness and texture of cosmetic products.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

absorbent, opacifier, viscosity-increasing, bulking
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Kaolin(Natural Clay) is used as a viscosity controlling agent to adjust the thickness and texture of cosmetic products.

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
1332-58-7
INCI
KAOLIN
Category
thickener
Updated
Apr 2, 2026