MONTMORILLONITE is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data.
MONTMORILLONITE
Clay
Safety grade: A
Montmorillonite is a natural clay mineral that absorbs excess oil and impurities from the skin and product. It comes from volcanic ash deposits and has been used in skincare for centuries.
This ingredient absorbs oils and moisture, helps thicken formulations, stabilizes emulsions, and keeps product textures smooth and consistent on the skin.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Viscosity Controlling ingredients
- GLYCERIN — Grade B
- SODIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE — Grade A
- BENZYL ALCOHOL — Grade C**
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A**
- XANTHAN GUM — Grade A
- CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- DISODIUM EDTA — Grade C