The Basics On Hectorite
What is Hectorite?
A type of clay used in cosmetics that enhances texture by imparting a smooth, silky feel.
What are other names for Hectorite?
HECTORITE and HECTORITE (CLAY MINERAL)
What is Hectorite used for?
How Hectorite is classified
Texture Enhancer
Recommendations for using Hectorite during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Hectorite During Pregnancy
What we know about using Hectorite while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
Orally administered dihydrogenated tallow benzylmonium hectorite had a no effect level of 1000 mg/kg to SpragueDawley rats.20 The test material was administered throughout the complete reproductive cycle for 1 generation.
General safety info about Hectorite from CIR
The CIR Expert Panel reviewed the safety of 4 ammonium hectorite compounds used in cosmetics: disteardimonium hectorite, dihydrogenated tallow benzylmonium hectorite, stearalkonium hectorite, and quaternium-18 hectorite. These ingredients function in cosmetics mainly as nonsurfactant suspending agents. The Panel reviewed available animal and human data related to these ingredients. The Panel concluded that these ammonium hectorite compounds were safe as cosmetic ingredients in the practices of use and concentration as given in this safety assessment.
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Products where you might find Hectorite
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List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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