Safety Notes
Natural clay mineral; sebum-absorbing; gentle; used in dry shampoos masks face powders; very low toxicity; well-tolerated
Function & Common Use
Function
Absorbent / Viscosity Agent
Category
Viscosity Agent
Common In
Clay masks dry shampoos face powders
Origin
Mineral (clay)
Concentration Limits
India (CDSCO)
No limit
EU Cosmetics Reg.
No limit
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kaolin safe to use in skincare?
Kaolin has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Natural clay mineral; sebum-absorbing; gentle; used in dry shampoos masks face powders; very low toxicity; well-tolerated
Is Kaolin allowed in India?
Kaolin is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Kaolin used for in cosmetics?
Kaolin functions as: Absorbent / Viscosity Agent. It is commonly found in: Clay masks dry shampoos face powders.
TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.
Regulatory Status
India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Identifiers
CAS1332-58-7
EC310-194-1
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