CLAY

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COSING Ref No83536
INCI name CLAY
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Japan name粘土
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Chem/IUPAC Name / DescriptionClay is a group of phyllosilicate minerals produced by the chemical and physical weathering of rock. It consists chiefly of varying amounts of hydrated silica and alumina, and is characterized by a particle size of less than 2 micrometers
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Function
ABSORBENT: Taking up water- and/or oil-soluble (dissolved or finely dispersed) substances.
BINDING: Providing adhesive properties during and after compression in cosmetic tablets and/or cakes.
BULKING: Non-reactive (chemically inert), solid ingredients that dilute other solids and/or increase the volume of cosmetic products.
SKIN CONDITIONING: Maintaining the skin in good condition.
VISCOSITY CONTROLLING: Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.