Kaolin
Kaolin is a cosmetic colorant and absorbent ingredient. It’s in 277 products on Poliage, most often mascara, lip and foundation. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 22, 2026
In plain English
White clay. Absorbs oil, adds a matte look and is an abrasive.
What it does
Contains Kaolin: abrasive
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Kaolin: absorbent
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Kaolin: anticaking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Kaolin: bulking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Kaolin: cosmetic-colorant
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Kaolin: opacifying
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 34795, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as kaolinum, kaolin clay, kaolin clay powder and white clay.
Products that contain Kaolin
Palladio
2-IN-1 MOSAIC BLUSH & BRONZER
Blush · Lists coconut derivatives
Secret
72HR Invisible Solid Antiperspirant | Berry Bright
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, silicones
Vintner’s Daughter
Active Refining Mask
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid
Kiehl’s Since 1851
Age Defender Dual Action Exfoliating Cleanser
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Naturium
AHA Exfoliating Mask 10%
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid
NARS
Air Matte Ultra Lip Tint
Lip · Lists fragrance, silicones
SHEGLAM
Air Plush Lip & Cheek Cream-High Winds
Lip · Lists exfoliating acid, silicones
Clinique
All About Clean 2-in-1 Charcoal Mask + Scrub
Exfoliant · Lists coconut derivatives
Mario Badescu
Almond & Honey Face Scrub
Exfoliant · Lists fragrance, parabens, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Burt’s Bees
Almond & Milk Hand Cream
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Neutrogena
Anti-boutons Masque Nettoyant 2-en-1
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Nivea
Anti-transpirant sensation satinée 48H
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Westman Atelier
Baby Cheeks Blush Stick
Blush · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Essence
Baby Got Blush
Blush · Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Laneige
Balance Mode Rice Foaming Deep Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Skinfix
Balancing Soft-Foam Clay Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists coconut derivatives
Dermalogica
Blackhead Clearing Fizz Mask
Mask · Lists essential oils, coconut derivatives
Clinique
Blackhead Solutions 7 Day Deep Pore Cleanse & Scrub
Exfoliant · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
BYOMA
Blemish Acne Treatment Spot Paste
Serum · Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
Ben Nye
Blue Neutralizer
Concealer · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
r.e.m. beauty
Blur Butter Lip Balm
Lip · Lists silicones, coconut derivatives
Ofra
Blush Godet
Blush · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Clinique
Bottom Lash Mascara
Mascara · Lists drying alcohol, silicones
Acure
Brightening Facial Scrub
Exfoliant · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
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