Disteardimonium Hectorite
INCI: Hectorite
Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 14 Aug 2026
Also known as: Hectorite
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What Is Disteardimonium Hectorite?
Disteardimonium hectorite is used as a suspending agent and thickener within cosmetics, often with pigments. It’s a derivative of hectorite clay.
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These appear on ingredients lists under different names but are the same substance. Disteardimonium Hectorite is the common form.
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Hectorite
A clay mineral that absorbs oil and stabilises formulations without irritation
Aminomethyl Propanol
Used to adjust and control the pH of a formulation
Decyloxazolidinone
Functions as a preservative
Disodium Phosphate
“Behind-the-scenes” ingredient commonly used as a buffering agent/pH adjuster
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Versatile polymer widely used in skin care and makeup
Hypochlorous Acid
Naturally occurring oxidizing ingredient
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