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Is Clay Minerals vegetarian?

Clay Minerals

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Clay Minerals are a group of hydrous aluminium phyllosilicate minerals, such as kaolin, sometimes containing iron, magnesium, alkali metals or alkaline earths, used in cosmetics for their absorbent and texturizing properties.

INCI name Clay Minerals
CosIng ID 82849
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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