DIATOMACEOUS EARTH

Ingredient type: OTHER

✨ Role: Diatomaceous earth is used in cosmetics primarily as a mild abrasive and absorbent agent. It helps exfoliate the skin, removing dead cells and leaving skin smoother and more radiant. It also acts as a mattifying agent, absorbing excess sebum.

Ingredient type: Abrasive

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally safe for skin use.

✨ Vegan: Yes, diatomaceous earth is mineral-based and therefore suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Note: Although generally well tolerated, it may cause slight irritation to very sensitive or damaged skin. It is recommended not to use it too frequently to avoid over-exfoliation.

Found in: It is often found in facial and body scrubs, mattifying powders, and certain natural toothpastes for its abrasive properties.

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