OH DAISEY INGREDIENT LIBRARY
Disteardimonium Hectorite
Generally considered safe as used in cosmetics. Fine dust may irritate the eyes or respiratory tract during manufacturing, but skin absorption is expected to be minimal.
OH DAISEY VERDICT
Approved
Evidence level: Moderate
Why Oh Daisey rates it this way
Generally considered safe as used in cosmetics. Fine dust may irritate the eyes or respiratory tract during manufacturing, but skin absorption is expected to be minimal.
What it does
Thickens oil-based products and keeps pigments evenly suspended.
How to read this rating
This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.