Absorbent
BENTONITE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Bentonite — a volcanic clay that absorbs oil and impurities, the workhorse behind purifying face masks. Gentle on skin, well-suited to oily and combination types, and EU-Annex IV permitted as a cosmetic clay.
Skin benefits
- Absorbs excess oil and impurities
- Forms the basis of cleansing clay masks
- Inert and well-tolerated on skin
Known concerns
- Inhalation hazard with loose powder use
- Trace crystalline silica content possible depending on source
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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