Kaolin

Sebum / Acne

INCI: Kaolin

In short · TL;DR

Category

Sebum Care

Effect

Adsorbs sebum and dirt, conditioning the skin to a refreshed state.

Concentration

High loading (several percent to several tens of percent) in cleansing and mask formulations.

Effect

Adsorbs sebum and dirt, conditioning the skin to a refreshed state.

Mechanism

A natural hydrous aluminum silicate (clay). It physically adsorbs sebum and unwanted matter.

Typical concentration

High loading (several percent to several tens of percent) in cleansing and mask formulations.

Onset

Feel immediately after rinsing off.

Cautions

Depending on frequency of use and skin type, it can cause dryness or a tight feeling.

Evidence & references

citation needed / to be verified (PubChem: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/#query=Kaolin )

This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.

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