A naturally occurring material that has a variety of functions. It is used as absorbent, since the bentonite can absorb oils produced by the skin and prevent a greasy appearance. It is also a great opacifier.
Functions
Absorbent,
Absorbent
Absorbent – soaks up excess oil from the skin.
Absorbent,
Absorbent
Absorbent – soaks up excess oil from the skin.
Bulking,
Bulking
Bulking – increases the volume of a product.
Bulking,
Bulking
Bulking – increases the volume of a product.
Dispersing,
Dispersing
Dispersing – ensures the even distribution of particles.
Dispersing,
Dispersing
Dispersing – ensures the even distribution of particles.
Emulsion Stabilizing,
Emulsion Stabilizing
Emulsion stabilizing – increases the stability of a formula.
Emulsion Stabilizing,
Emulsion Stabilizing
Emulsion stabilizing – increases the stability of a formula.
Opacifying,
Opacifying
Opacifying – reflects light and creates opaque products.
Opacifying,
Opacifying
Opacifying – reflects light and creates opaque products.
Viscosity Controlling
Viscosity Controlling
Viscosity controlling – changes the thickness of a product.
Viscosity Controlling
Viscosity Controlling
Viscosity controlling – changes the thickness of a product.
Origin
Naturally occurring
Naturally occurring
These are ingredients initially present in nature, such as elements (Zinc, Gold, or Silver), minerals, or water.
Naturally occurring
Naturally occurring
These are ingredients initially present in nature, such as elements (Zinc, Gold, or Silver), minerals, or water.
Overview
Bentonite is an aluminum phyllosilicate clay, meaning it is a type of soil based on silica. This natural ingredient has a variety of functions, including controlling viscosity, so adding bentonite to a skincare product can cause it the thicken significantly.
Due to this ability, this ingredient can also stabilize emulsions and act as a bulking agent. Bentonite is also an absorbent, in which it takes up oily substances. This is useful in dry powdered skincare products, as the bentonite can absorb oils produced by the skin to prevent a greasy appearance.
In addition, bentonite is a great opacifier, wherein it makes the product appear opaque in bulk and upon application.
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