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PALAU WHITE CLAY.

Insufficient Data / HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING

Palau White Clay is a naturally occurring silicate mineral, akin to kaolin, primarily valued in skincare for its absorbent qualities. It aids in purifying the skin by attracting and removing excess oil and impurities, contributing to a clearer and more refined complexion.

Summary

Absorbent Cleansing Skin Conditioning Humectant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient primarily functions as an adsorbent, effectively binding to excess sebum and impurities on the skin's surface, thereby facilitating a deep cleansing action. While specific research on 'Palau White Clay' is limited, general white clays are believed to support skin cell regeneration, enhance skin structure, and improve elasticity, offering a broad spectrum of skin conditioning benefits.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Commonly dusted

As a naturally-sourced silicate ingredient, there is insufficient data to determine safety when used in products where incidental inhalation may occur. Formulators should consider this restriction, especially in powder-based or aerosolized applications.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4.5 – 6.5
0 7 14

Stability

Untreated kaolin slurries typically maintain stability within a pH range of 4.5 to 6.5. Stable clay-based gel formulations containing kaolinite have been observed at pH 5.5 to 6.5. Clays are generally insoluble in water, cold acids, or alkali hydroxides, typically dispersing rather than dissolving.

Conflicts

  • Vitamin C (potential for chemical oxidation and free radical generation)
  • Metal tools (can reportedly diminish clay properties during preparation)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Panel has deemed silicate ingredients, which include kaolin, safe in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating, but notes insufficient data for naturally-sourced silicates that may be incidentally inhaled. The European SCCS recognizes bentonite and kaolin as allowed colorants up to specific equivalent aluminum concentrations. Paula's Choice lists 'Palau White Clay' as 'Not rated' and a 'New ingredient,' implying a lack of specific, dedicated safety assessment under this precise designation.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While Palau White Clay shares general cleansing and skin conditioning attributes with other white clays, its specific benefits and a dedicated, comprehensive safety profile as a unique ingredient are currently not well-established, necessitating further targeted research.

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