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Ingredient guide
halloysite
In short
Halloysite is a tubular clay that helps absorb excess oil and gives powders a soft‑focus, blurred finish. It can help reduce the look of visible shine and refine texture in mattifying makeup formulas.
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Works for
Pores · Texture
Skin type
Oily · Combination
Best used
Anytime
What it is
Tubular aluminosilicate clay with a hollow lumen suited to active encapsulation for controlled release; also absorbs sebum and provides a soft-focus blurring effect in loose and pressed powder formulas.
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Common questions
It absorbs oil and lends a blurring, soft‑focus finish, which can make pores and uneven texture look less noticeable in powders.
It suits oily and combination skin that tends to look shiny throughout the day. Its lightweight, dry finish can help makeup stay more matte.
It appears mainly in loose and pressed powders where it boosts oil control and helps pigments spread smoothly.
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