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Ingredient Facts
Benzalkonium sepiolite
AKA: Benzalkonium-modified sepiolite clay
Ingredient · Emulsion Stabilising · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Clay
Not Clean
Benzalkonium Sepiolite is the product obtained by the reaction of Benzalkonium Chloride and Sepiolite.
Form
Powder
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Anti-Inflammatory
Strengthens Barrier
Wound Healing
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic antimicrobial agent combined with sepiolite, a magnesium silicate clay used historically in traditional medicine and cosmetics for oil absorption. This composite was engineered in the late 20th century to improve preservation and texturizing in formulations.