Other ingredient
Quaternium-18 Bentonite
INCI: QUATERNIUM-18 BENTONITE
An organically modified clay (bentonite treated with a quaternary ammonium salt) used as a gelling and thickening agent in oil-based formulations.
Also known as: organoclay
gelling-agentviscosity-modifier
Benefits
- ✓Provides structure and suspension in anhydrous and low-water formulas
No known watch-fors.
In depth
What it does
An organically modified clay (bentonite treated with a quaternary ammonium salt) used as a gelling and thickening agent in oil-based formulations. As an other ingredient, it is particularly valued for provides structure and suspension in anhydrous and low-water formulas.
Skin type guide
Generally well-tolerated across skin types. Patch testing is still recommended when introducing any new ingredient.