A fine sediment from inland waters used as an absorbent, astringent and humectant.
What it is
Silt is, according to CosIng, a sediment from inland bodies of water, such as lakes and rivers. It is a fine-grained mineral material. CosIng lists it as an absorbent, astringent and humectant.
Where it is used
Found in face masks, body wraps and other mud-based products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not show where the sediment was collected or its mineral composition.
Functions
- Absorbent
- Taking up water- and/or oil-soluble (dissolved or finely dispersed) substances.
- Astringent
- Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
- Humectant
- Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.