Activated Clay
Activated Clay is a cosmetic ingredient used as an absorbent, bulking agent. It is used in 4 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | ACTIVATED CLAY |
| Function | ABSORBENT, BULKING |
| Prevalence | 4 products (0% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 140 |
Used in
Exfoliators 25%Eye Masks 25%General Moisturizers 25%Wash Off Masks 25%
Frequently asked
- What does Activated Clay do in skincare?
- Activated Clay functions as an absorbent, bulking agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Activated Clay allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Activated Clay?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially exfoliators (25% of its uses).
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