Palau White Clay
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Palau White Clay is the native clay obtained from Ngeruktabel Island in Palau
What does it do?
Palau White Clay is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Palau White Clay is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Palau White Clay?
Palau White Clay is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Palau White Clay is the native clay obtained from Ngeruktabel Island in Palau
Is Palau White Clay allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Palau White Clay is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Palau White Clay do in cosmetic products?
Palau White Clay is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 04/06/2014