Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

Talc is a widely used mineral powder that absorbs oil and improves texture, but its safety has been debated due to potential asbestos contamination and inhalation risks.

A gentle, mineral-rich clay that helps absorb excess oil and impurities without stripping the skin.

Tapioca starch is a gentle, plant-based powder that helps control shine and gives a silky feel without clogging pores.

A gentle, oil-absorbing powder that gives a smooth, matte feel without clogging pores.

Vermiculite is a safe, natural mineral that absorbs oil and adds texture, but it's rarely a star ingredient in skincare.

Vermiculite extract is a mineral-based ingredient that can absorb excess oil and add a silky texture, but its skincare benefits are not well-studied.

A mineral-rich natural ingredient that helps absorb excess oil and gently exfoliate, but research on its skincare benefits is still limited.

A gentle, natural absorbent and mild exfoliant that helps control oil and texture in powders and masks, but may be drying for very dry skin.

Zeolite is a gentle mineral that helps absorb excess oil and lightly exfoliate without harshness, making it a good option for oily or combination skin.