INGREDIENT
Disteardimonium Hectorite
Suspending Agent; Viscosity Controller; Organoclay
Approved
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.
Found in
3
Approved Products
Also known as
2
Synonyms
Function
Thickens oil-based products and keeps pigments evenly suspended.
Safety Meter
Approved
Evidence Level
Moderate
CAS Number
94891-31-3
Category
Suspending Agent; Viscosity Controller; Organoclay
Function
Thickens oil-based products and keeps pigments evenly suspended.
Evidence Level
Moderate
Status
Approved
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.
Sources
FOUND IN
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Found in Approved Products
This ingredient appears in 3 Oh Daisey Approved Products.
