Kaolin — Allergy Risk & Safety Profile
INCI: KAOLIN
Also known as: China Clay, White Clay
Key Facts
- CAS Number
- 1332-58-7
- Category
- filler
- Risk Level
- low
- Common Allergen
- No
- Found In
- mask, powder, foundation
Is Kaolin safe in cosmetics?
Kaolin is rated low risk in cosmetic products. It is not classified as a common allergen and is generally well-tolerated by most skin types. Commonly found in mask, powder, foundation.
What is Kaolin?
Kaolin is a filler commonly used in cosmetic and personal care products. It is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics at recommended concentrations.
Allergy & Safety Information
Kaolin is considered safe for cosmetic use. No significant safety concerns have been identified at typical use concentrations. As with any cosmetic ingredient, discontinue use if irritation occurs.
This ingredient is considered low risk from an allergenicity perspective. Reactions are uncommon at typical cosmetic use concentrations. However, no ingredient is universally safe — if you notice redness, itching, or irritation after using a product containing this ingredient, discontinue use and monitor whether symptoms resolve.
How to Identify Kaolin in Products
Cosmetic ingredients are listed by their INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) name in descending order of concentration. To check whether a product contains Kaolin, scan the ingredient list for its INCI name exactly as it appears above. Ingredients present at 1% or less may appear in any order after the 1% threshold.
Product types to prioritise checking: Mask, Powder, Foundation. These product categories are the most common sources of Kaolin exposure based on formulation data.
Not sure if your products contain Kaolin? Paste the ingredient list into the free ingredient checker to scan for Kaolin and other allergens automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kaolin safe for sensitive skin?
Kaolin is generally well-tolerated, even by sensitive skin types.
What products contain Kaolin?
Kaolin is commonly found in mask, powder, foundation.
What does Kaolin do in cosmetics?
Kaolin functions as a filler in formulations.
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