Kaolin, also known as China Clay, is a common mineral. It has the kaolinite as a primary constituent. However, the kaolinite is a hydrous aluminum silicate produced by the decomposition of granite minerals.

Pure kaolinite often has a bright white color. In case it has a reddish or yellowish hue, this is due to the presence of iron oxide. Besides, it is rich in zinc, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, etc.

Kaolin has diverse applications in several products such as paint, paper, insulated cable as well as fertilizers. Though, kaolin is very popular in cosmetics and personal care products.

Kaolin in Beauty Care and Cosmetics Products

Kaolin is an excellent mineral that forms the base of many beauty products. However, when used in a specific form such as powder, it mixes with essential oils and other ingredients to create a beauty product of pure elegance.

The skincare products loaded with the Kaolin are suitable for dry skins as they possess strong absorbent characteristics.

However, the kaolin contains tiny particles when it is available in the form of a powder that gives it the granular feature. This makes it a great ingredient to furnish the exfoliating products, specifically in the form of a paste.

Being the softest clay, Kaolin clay does not absorb the skin’s own moisture and keeps the skin not turning red as compared to the bentonite clay or illite clay. Besides, the softness of clay makes it ideal for childcare products such as talc.

Moreover, the kaolin has an anti-inflammatory influence, which decreases the redness and inflammation of established blemishes. Kaolin is the primary ingredient of cosmetics products including face powder and the foundation. Its absorbent feature allows it to soak the excess waterand oil over the face that keeps the makeup not being caked.

Being an industry leader, GMCI has been providing the Kaolin to essential manufacturing businesses including cosmetics while adhering to the standards strictly.