Solum Fullonum
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, anticaking, bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fuller's Earth is a non-plastic variety of kaolin containing an aluminum magnesium silicate
What does it do?
Solum Fullonum is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Gel forming
thickens a liquid formulation into a gel-like consistency
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Solum Fullonum 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 Solum Fullonum?
Solum Fullonum is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fuller's Earth is a non-plastic variety of kaolin containing an aluminum magnesium silicate
Is Solum Fullonum allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Solum Fullonum is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Solum Fullonum do in cosmetic products?
Solum Fullonum is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, anticaking, bulking, gel forming, opacifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Solum Fullonum?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Solum Fullonum is 8031-18-3.
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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: 15/10/2010