An amorphous silicate from lava deposits, used as an abrasive and absorbent.
What it is
Volcanic ash is, according to CosIng, an amorphous inorganic silicate obtained from lava deposits. CosIng lists it as an abrasive, absorbent and bulking ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of products, such as masks, scrubs and cleansers.
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 the particle size or where the material comes from. As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
- Abrasive
- Removing unwanted tissue or foreign materials from various body surfaces, including mechanical tooth cleaning and/or gloss improvement.
- Absorbent
- Taking up water- and/or oil-soluble (dissolved or finely dispersed) substances.
- Bulking
- Non-reactive (chemically inert), solid ingredients that dilute other solids and/or increase the volume of cosmetic products.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.