Hectorite
Hectorite is a viscosity controlling and absorbent ingredient. It’s in 33 products on Poliage, most often mascara, foundation and mask. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
Hectorite: used to add bulk and absorb oil or moisture.
What it does
Contains Hectorite: absorbent
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hectorite: bulking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hectorite: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 34228, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Hectorite
Rimmel London
SCANDALEYES MASCARA
Mascara · Lists drying alcohol, sulfates
Rimmel London
SCANDALEYES MASCARA WATERPROOF
Mascara · Lists drying alcohol, sulfates
Rimmel London
Scandaleyes Reloaded Mascara
Mascara · Lists silicones, coconut derivatives
Rimmel London
Scandaleyes Volume on Demand Mascara
Mascara · Lists silicones
The Ordinary
Serum Foundation
Foundation · Lists silicones, coconut derivatives
COVERGIRL
Simply Ageless Lash Plumping Mascara
Mascara · Lists silicones
COVERGIRL
Simply Ageless Lash Plumping Waterproof Mascara
Mascara · Lists silicones
Peach & Lily
Super Fade Discoloration Moisturizer | Dark Spot Treatment
Moisturizer · Lists exfoliating acid
Rimmel London
Wonder’Bond Mascara
Mascara · Lists silicones
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