A natural smectite clay with many functions including the ability to thicken and create opaque products.
Functions
Abrasive,
Abrasive
Abrasives 'physically' exfoliate the skin (i.e., manually remove dead skin cells) by rubbing against its surface.
Abrasive,
Abrasive
Abrasives 'physically' exfoliate the skin (i.e., manually remove dead skin cells) by rubbing against its surface.
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.
Emulsion Stabilizing,
Emulsion Stabilizing
Emulsion stabilizing – increases the stability of a formula.
Emulsion Stabilizing,
Emulsion Stabilizing
Emulsion stabilizing – increases the stability of a formula.
Light Stabilizing,
Light Stabilizing
Light stabilizing – absorbs UV light to protect ingredients.
Light Stabilizing,
Light Stabilizing
Light stabilizing – absorbs UV light to protect ingredients.
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
Montmorillonite is a clay ingredient that is part of the smectite clay group. This ingredient appears dull and earthy, but it does come in a range of different colors, including white, pink, blue and green.
Montmorillonite has many functions, including the ability to absorb water. This action causes it to swell, which also makes it a good viscosity controlling agent and emulsion stabilizer.
In addition, this ingredient can serve as an opacifying agent, which is useful in skincare products requiring coverage, such as a foundation. Due to this opacifying ability, montmorillonite also protects the skin against certain lights.
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