Kaolin
Kaolin
Also known as: Kaolin Clay, China Clay
Last verified: 2026-08-14
What is Kaolin?
Kaolin (Kaolin) is an additive commonly found in skincare sold in Thailand. Absorbent clay that draws out excess sebum and impurities from pores.
Current evidence: Primarily physical sebum absorption; limited RCT data. Typical concentration in finished products is 5-20% Best suited for: Pores & texture, Oil control, Acne — found in 18 products in the BangkokFillers database
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What is Kaolin?
Kaolin (Kaolin) is an additive commonly found in skincare sold in Thailand. Absorbent clay that draws out excess sebum and impurities from pores. Current evidence: Primarily physical sebum absorption; limited RCT data. Typical concentration in finished products is 5-20% Best suited for: Pores & texture, Oil control, Acne — found in 18 products in the BangkokFillers database
What concentration of Kaolin should I use?
The typical effective concentration for Kaolin is 5-20%. Check the product label and increase gradually to minimise irritation.
What skin concerns does Kaolin help with?
Kaolin is effective for: Pores & texture, Oil control, Acne — found in 18 products in the BangkokFillers database.
Which products contain Kaolin?
There are 18 products in the BangkokFillers database containing Kaolin, including Hada Labo Deep Clean & Blemish Control Face Wash 100g, Kokliang Facial Foam Acne & Oil Control 100g, The Original Fresh Milk Peel Off Mask 10g and 15 more.