Common Name(s): Volcanic sand,volcanic sand,volcanic mineral,silicate mineral exfoliant
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides gentle physical microexfoliation from volcanic silicate microparticles, trace mineral skin conditioning from silica and iron oxide release, and surface oil absorption for mattifying.
Why It's Used: Volcanic sand is selected for its volcanic origin mineral matrix — the silicate microparticle geometry provides polishing exfoliation alongside trace mineral conditioning unavailable from synthetic silica, with the volcanic heritage providing authentic natural origin storytelling.
How It Works: Volcanic silicate microparticles: mechanical microexfoliation (sc softening) + silicate ion trace mineral release + surface oil adsorption (sebum absorption → mattifying effect).
Typically Found In: Cleansers,exfoliants,mineral skin care
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient – cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–20%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required
Halal Status: Unverified - supplier confirmation required
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: the record's own source_notes does not assert a non-animal origin, or instructs the reader to verify with the supplier; "yes" asserts knowledge the record does not hold. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1–2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Particle size control is critical — volcanic sand >200 μm is too abrasive for facial use while <20 μm loses physical exfoliation benefit.
Last Verified: 2026-03-22
Primary Sources: Cosing database,volcanic sand volcanic mineral cosmetic review