4 ingredients
Absorbent
Explore all 4 ingredients in the Absorbent category. Learn about their benefits and find products that contain them.
Maltodextrin
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide derived from corn, rice, or potato starch. In cosmetics it functions as an absorbent, binding agent, emulsion stabiliser, and film-forming ingredient. It helps maintain a matte finish on the skin, stabilises formulations, and can act as a carrier for active ingredients.
Learn more →Kaolin
Kaolin is a naturally occurring hydrous aluminium silicate clay that appears as a fine white powder. Also known as China clay, it is one of the gentlest clays used in skincare, offering effective sebum absorption without the aggressive drying effects of stronger clays like bentonite. It is widely used in face masks, cleansers, and mattifying products.
Learn more →Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Acrylates/ethylhexyl acrylate crosspolymer is a crosslinked copolymer of 2-ethylhexyl acrylate and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, or their simple esters, crosslinked with ethylene glycol dimethacrylate. It functions as an oil absorbent and mattifying agent, creating a soft, velvety skin feel while controlling excess sebum.
Learn more →Charcoal Powder
Charcoal powder is a dried, carbonaceous material obtained from the heating of organic substances. In skincare it functions as an absorbent and mild abrasive, drawing out impurities and excess oil from the skin surface. It is commonly used in face masks, cleansers, and pore-refining treatments.
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