Kaolin for cosmetics and personal care formulations
Applications / Cosmetics

Mineral solutions for cosmetics & personal care

Sree Sai Mineral Industries supplies ultra-fine, high-purity kaolin clay used as a mattifying and absorbent mineral in cosmetic and personal care formulations, from facial masks and powders to soaps and compacts.

Our kaolin grades are processed to deliver the oil absorption, smooth texture and mild exfoliation that modern cosmetic formulators demand, backed by an in-house quality laboratory and a Certificate of Analysis with every batch.

Cosmetic Applications

Where our kaolin is used

Facial Masks & Clay Powders

  • Deep-Cleansing Face Masks
  • Clay Mask Powders
  • Mattifying Skin Treatments
  • Mild Exfoliating Scrubs

Cosmetic Powders & Compacts

  • Pressed & Loose Face Powders
  • Compact Powders
  • Talc-Alternative Body Powders
  • Dry Shampoo Formulations

Soap & Personal Care Bulking Agent

  • Bar Soap Bulking & Opacity
  • Liquid Soap Formulations
  • Body Care Bulking Filler
  • Household Personal Care Bars
Why Kaolin

The role our kaolin plays in your cosmetic formulation

Oil Absorption & Mattifying

Natural absorbency draws out excess oil and impurities for a smooth, matte finish.

Mild Exfoliation & Skin Feel

Fine, uniform particles offer gentle exfoliation with a soft, silky skin feel.

Ultra-Fine Purity

Controlled micronization and low-impurity processing suited for personal care use.

Bulking & Opacity Consistency

Batch-to-batch uniformity verified in our in-house QC lab for stable formulation results.

Featured Product

Sree Sai CosmoSoft Kaolin

Technical Data Sheet Cosmetic Grade

Sree Sai CosmoSoft is a refined, ultra-fine cosmetic-grade kaolin developed for personal care formulations. It delivers exceptional softness, oil absorption and skin compatibility for face masks, powders and soap products.

Chemical Composition (Typical)
ParameterTypical Value
Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂)46–47%
Aluminium Oxide (Al₂O₃)38–39%
Iron Oxide (Fe₂O₃)≤ 0.25%
Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂)≤ 0.40%
Loss on Ignition (LOI)13–14%
Physical Properties (Typical)
PropertyTypical Value
Brightness90–95%
Moisture< 1.0%
pH (10% suspension)5.5–7.0
+325 Mesh Residue< 0.2%
Median Particle Size (D50)1.5–2.5 µm
Product Advantages
Soft, silky texture Excellent oil absorption High purity & brightness Skin-friendly, hypoallergenic Uniform ultra-fine particle size Stable formulation performance
Grade Selection

Five grades — from soap bulking to luxury cosmetics

Product Grade Brightness (%) Fe₂O₃ (%) D50 (µm) Primary Application
SS-CS 100 88–90 ≤ 0.35 3.5–4 Soap & Personal Care Bulking
SS-CS 200 90–91 ≤ 0.30 3–3.5 Cosmetic Powders & Compacts
SS-CS 300 91–92 ≤ 0.25 2.5–3 Facial Masks & Clay Powders
SS-CS 400 92–93 ≤ 0.20 2–2.5 Premium Skincare
SS-CS 500 93–95 ≤ 0.15 1.5–2 Luxury Cosmetics

* Typical values provided for guidance only. Custom grades can be developed to meet specific process and product requirements.

FAQ's

Cosmetic Kaolin — Common Questions

Kaolin has natural oil-absorbing and mildly exfoliating properties that help draw out excess oil and impurities, making it a popular mineral ingredient in facial masks, clay powders and mattifying skin care formulations.

Our higher-brightness, ultra-fine grades (around 90–95% brightness, D50 under 3 microns) are typically used for cosmetic powders, compacts and premium skincare formulations requiring a smooth, silky texture.

We supply cosmetic-grade kaolin in 25 kg and 50 kg HDPE bags, 1-tonne jumbo (FIBC) bags, and bulk container loading for larger personal care manufacturing plants.

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