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Clay Minerals

Explained

Clay Minerals form when silicates are weathered or altered. They have varying amounts of minerals such as iron, magnesium, and alkali metals.

Like other clays, it is able to absorb large amounts of water and other molecules. Due to this, it can act as an astringent. Astringents constrict pores by drawing out water.

Learn more about clay such as kaolin and bentonite.

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What it does

Astringent Tending to draw together or constrict tissues; styptic. may unclog pores, remove excess oil, shrink appearance of pores, tighten skin, cleanse irritants from skin, reduce inflammation, reduce acne, provide anti-bacterial benefits
Humectant A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Buffering Buffering ingredients help stabilise or adjust the ph level of a product.

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0%
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%

References

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Products with Clay Minerals

LuxeBeauty 4 in 1 Cleanser - Skin Detox
LuxeBeauty
4 in 1 Cleanser - Skin Detox
Face Cleanser
Briotech Babies & Kids Skin Serum
Briotech
Babies & Kids Skin Serum
Body Serum
Consonant Skin+Care DHE Mask
Consonant Skin+Care
DHE Mask
Wash Off Mask
Briotech Skin Renew Serum
Briotech
Skin Renew Serum
Serum
Himalaya Clarifying Mud Beauty Mask
Himalaya
Clarifying Mud Beauty Mask
Wash Off Mask
Briotech Pierce Pro Gel
Briotech
Pierce Pro Gel
Body Treatment
Dr. Squatch Fresh Falls Bar Soap
Dr. Squatch
Fresh Falls Bar Soap
Body Wash
Briotech Abrasia Gel
Briotech
Abrasia Gel
Body Treatment
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CosIng Data

CosIng ID 82849
INCI Name CLAY MINERALS
EC #  -
All Functions Astringent, Binding, Buffering, Humectant