Zeolite Clay

Product Information

CosmySupplies supplies cosmetic grade Zeolite (INCI: Zeolite, CAS 1318-02-1) in India, available in small and bulk quantities. A natural mineral powder with high water and oil absorption capacity, processed for use in deodorant, antiperspirant, body powder, and face mask formulations. COA available on request. Shipped from Bengaluru across India. Available at cosmysupplies.com.

INCI: Zeolite  |  Origin: Mineral  |  Grade: Cosmetic

Functions: Absorbent | Deodorant Agent | Cosmetic Astringent | Skin Protectant

Used In: Deodorant Sticks | Antiperspirant Formulations | Body Powders | Face Masks | Men's Grooming | Dry Shampoo Powder | Mattifying Primers

High Absorption | Mineral Origin | Aluminum Free Compatible | Vegan | Odour Neutralising

Benefits

•        Functions as a confirmed absorbent, capturing moisture, body odour compounds, and sebum within its microporous aluminosilicate structure to keep formulas and skin surfaces dry.

•        Acts as a deodorant agent by adsorbing odour-causing volatile compounds at the molecular level rather than masking them with fragrance, giving finished products a functional odour management claim.

•        Functions as a cosmetic astringent, supporting a tightening and pore-minimising effect in face masks and cleansing powders that formulators targeting oily and acne-prone skin will find useful.

•        Delivers water absorption capacity of approximately 124% and oil absorption capacity of approximately 122%, making it among the higher-performing mineral absorbents available for powder formulations.

•        Functions as a skin protectant by forming a physical barrier effect on skin surfaces, relevant for body care products intended to reduce friction and sweat-related skin irritation.

•        Remains stable across a wide pH range of 2.0 to 12.0 and temperatures from 0 to 95 degrees Celsius, giving formulators freedom to incorporate it into both acidic and alkaline base systems.

•        Confirmed insoluble in water and oil yet dispersible in both phases, which allows clean powder-in-liquid suspension in emulsions and straightforward dry blending in anhydrous powder systems.

•        Submitted for dermatological safety evaluation by the supplier with a confirmed outcome of no primary irritation, no accumulated irritation, and no sensitisation potential, supporting inclusion in leave-on body care products.

Applications

Deodorant and Antiperspirant: Zeolite is a primary functional active in aluminum-free deodorant stick, cream, and spray formulations. It physically adsorbs odour molecules and manages moisture without blocking sweat glands, making it a relevant active for brands positioning around clean and aluminum-free deodorant claims. It also stabilises the powder phase in stick and pressed formats, contributing structural support alongside other waxes and binders.

Face Mask and Cleansing Powder: In rinse-off face mask formulations, Zeolite functions as a deep-cleansing absorbent, drawing excess sebum, surface impurities, and environmental deposits from pores. Its fine particle size of 10 micron maximum supports a smooth application texture without aggressive physical abrasion.

Body Powder and Dry Shampoo: In body powder and dry shampoo formats, Zeolite provides absorption of scalp and skin oils, extending freshness between washes. Its dispersibility in both water and oil phases allows integration into both dry powder blends and leave-on liquid body sprays.

Men's Grooming: Zeolite is particularly suitable for men's grooming products where high sebum output and odour management are primary consumer concerns. Deodorant sticks, body powders, and mattifying balms all benefit from its functional absorbency without adding skin conditioning properties that can feel heavy in men's formats.

How to Use

For Deodorant Sticks and Antiperspirant: Use Zeolite at 1 to 4% of your total formula weight in body care applications, as recommended by the supplier TDS. The functional performance and texture contribution of Zeolite in a stick base depend significantly on the wax and binder system you are working with, and finding the right balance requires testing across your full formula.

For Face Masks and Cleansing Powders: Zeolite is commonly incorporated in cleansing mask powders at levels between 5 and 20% depending on the overall clay and mineral blend. Disperse it into the dry powder phase before any wet additions. The absorption rate and the skin feel at rinse-off will shift depending on which complementary clays and botanicals you pair it with.

For Body Powders and Dry Shampoo: In dry powder formats, Zeolite can make up a significant proportion of the mineral base. The ratio relative to tapioca starch, arrowroot, and other bulking agents determines the final feel, absorbency, and skin adherence of the product.

Claims You Can Make

For your label and marketing:

Aluminum Free Compatible | Mineral Origin | Vegan | Cruelty Free | Odour Neutralising | High Absorption

For your formulator brief:

Absorbent  | Deodorant Agent | Cosmetic Astringent | Skin Protectant  | CIR safety assessed 2003, reassessment conducted 2022

For formulation support or sample requests, contact the CosmySupplies team.

WhatsApp | Email: info@cosmysupplies.com

Technical Information

Pairs Well With

Tapioca Starch contributes a smooth, silky skin feel that softens the slightly mineral texture of Zeolite in body powder and dry shampoo formulations, making the finished product feel comfortable on skin contact. The ratio between Zeolite and Tapioca Starch is the primary lever for tuning the balance between absorbency and skin feel.

Arrowroot Powder improves the spreadability and skin adherence of Zeolite-based powder blends, reducing the chalky deposit that high-mineral powder formulas can leave on dark skin tones. The proportion of arrowroot needed to achieve this correction is specific to your zeolite loading level and the other powders in the formula.

Magnesium Hydroxide pairs with Zeolite in aluminum-free deodorant formulations to create a complementary odour-neutralising system: Zeolite adsorbs volatile odour compounds structurally while Magnesium Hydroxide modulates the skin pH environment to inhibit odour-producing bacteria. The interaction between the two actives shifts depending on the base you formulate them into.

Kaolin Clay adds additional absorbency and a creamy, smooth drawing effect to Zeolite-based face mask formulations that Zeolite alone does not provide. Kaolin is particularly useful for formulators targeting dry and sensitive skin types where the astringency of Zeolite needs to be moderated.

Colloidal Oat Powder is a relevant pairing for Zeolite in body powder formulations intended for sensitive or post-exercise skin, as it introduces skin conditioning properties that offset the functional dryness Zeolite creates through high absorption. The proportion required to achieve a non-irritating skin feel depends on your overall formulation and target skin type.

Zinc Ricinoleate paired with Zeolite in deodorant formulations creates a dual-mechanism odour control system: Zeolite traps volatile odour compounds structurally while Zinc Ricinoleate binds odour molecules chemically, extending the deodorant efficacy. Finding the correct combination level requires efficacy testing specific to your formula base and format.

Important Information

Note for this ingredient: Zeolite is a fine mineral powder. Avoid inhalation during handling and formulation. Use appropriate dust management. Do not use in leave-on products applied near eyes. For deodorant formulations, patch test on a small area before full use is recommended on finished products. Not for internal use.