Sepiolite

Sepiolite is a cosmetic ingredient used as a viscosity controlling agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSEPIOLITE
FunctionVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number63800-37-3
EC number264-456-3
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches320

Used in

Exfoliators 33.3%General Moisturizers 33.3%Makeup Removers 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Sepiolite do in skincare?
Sepiolite functions as a viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sepiolite allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sepiolite?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially exfoliators (33.3% of its uses).

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