Stearalkonium Hectorite
Approved
Suspending Agent; Viscosity Controller; Organoclay
Also Known As
Stearalkonium Bentonite; Stearalkonium Clay
CAS Number
12691-60-0
What It Does
Thickens oil-based products and keeps pigments evenly dispersed.
Why Oh Daisey Rates It This Way
Skin absorption is expected to be minimal. Fine dust may irritate the eyes or respiratory tract during manufacturing, but significant toxicity is not expected in finished cosmetics.
Evidence Level
Moderate