Glacial Oceanic Clay & Mineral Water Raw Materials
Discover Premium Canadian Glacial Clay Ingredients
Ironwood supplies Canadian Glacial Oceanic Clay in wet and powder forms, along with Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water for use in skincare, personal care ,and cosmetic formulations.
Review available forms, INCI names, recommended usage levels, packaging ,and formulation information below.
Glacial Oceanic Clay (Wet)
- INCI Name: Sea Silt
- Country of Origin: British Columbia, Canada
- Physical State: Paste / Slurry
- Appearance: Aquamarine, grey, smooth clay with a gentle characteristic aroma
- Manufacturing Process: Heat sterilization, free of chemicals
- Certifications: ECOCERT-COSMOS Certified, Halal Verified
Key Benefits:
- Rich in 60+ Minerals
- Cleaning Property
- Maintains Moisture
- 95% reduction in sebum*
- Collagen Booster*
- Neutral pH
- UV Protection*
- Immediate effect in pore reduction*
*Clinical Studies available upon request
Usage Recommendations:
- Masks: 10 – 99%
- Emulsions: 1 – 20%
- Haircare: 1 – 40%
- Deodorants: 1 – 99%
- Soap: 1 – 35%
Formulation Tips:
- Can be heated up to 85 deg C with water bath
- Can be added before or after the emulsion
- Not compatible with low pH formulas.
Glacial Oceanic Clay Powder
- INCI Name: Sea Silt
- Country of Origin: British Columbia, Canada
- Physical State: Powder
- Appearance: Light grey fine powder with a characteristic clay aroma
- Manufacturing Process: Dried and ground without chemical processing
- Certifications: ECOCERT-COSMOS Certified, Halal Verified
Key Benefits:
- Rich in 60+ Minerals
- Cleaning Property
- Maintains Moisture
- 95% reduction in sebum*
- Collagen Booster*
- Neutral pH
- UV Protection*
- Immediate effect in pore reduction*
Usage Recommendations:
- Masks: 10 – 65%
- Emulsions: 1 – 20%
- Haircare: 1 – 40%
- Deodorants: 1 – 40%
- Soap: 1 – 35%
Formulation Tips:
- Ideal for anhydrous formulations
- Ensure homogeneous mixing to avoid lumps
Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water
- INCI Name: Sea Silt Extract
- Country of Origin: British Columbia, Canada
- Physical State: Liquid
- Appearance: Colorless and odorless
- Manufacturing Process: Proprietary process to retain complex mineral composition
- Certifications: ECOCERT-COSMOS Certified, Halal Verified
Key Benefits:
- Rich in 60+ Minerals
- Highly versatile, easy incorporation in countless skincare formulation
- Electrolyte-rich
- Improves skin barrier by 24% within minutes of application*
*Clinical Studies available upon request
Usage Recommendations:
- Masks: 10 – 40%
- Skincare: 1 – 98%
- Haircare: 1 – 85%
- Emulsions: 1 – 85%
- Deodorants: 1 – 20%
Formulation Tips:
- Consider mineral content impact on formulation ingredients
- Compatible with various preservation systems
Research & Ingredient Benefits
Ironwood’s Glacial Oceanic Clay has been evaluated in studies examining areas including sebum, pore appearance, skin tolerance, and other measured skin-related effects.
Visit our Science & Benefits page for more information about the research behind Glacial Oceanic Clay.
Technical Information & Documentation
Technical information is available to support product development and formulation evaluation.
Contact Ironwood for available specifications, certification information and ingredient samples.
Glacial Clay & Raw Material FAQs
What is the INCI name for Ironwood’s Glacial Oceanic Clay?
Ironwood’s Glacial Oceanic Clay is identified by the INCI name Sea Silt. It is available in both wet paste/slurry and powder formats, allowing formulators to select the form that best fits their manufacturing process and finished product format.
Refer to the technical sections above for the recommended usage levels, processing information, and packaging options for each form.
What is the difference between wet Glacial Oceanic Clay and Glacial Oceanic Clay powder?
Both formats are based on Ironwood’s Glacial Oceanic Clay, but they are supplied in different physical forms for different formulation needs.
The wet clay is supplied as a paste/slurry and can be incorporated into a range of water-based and emulsion formulations.
The powdered clay provides additional flexibility for dry or anhydrous formulations and for manufacturers who prefer to control the amount of water introduced during formulation.
The most appropriate form will depend on the product type, manufacturing process and desired clay concentration.
What types of skincare and personal care products can Glacial Oceanic Clay be used in?
Glacial Oceanic Clay can be incorporated into a variety of skincare and personal care formats, including facial masks, cleansers, emulsions, soaps, hair and scalp products, body products and deodorant formulations.
Recommended usage levels vary significantly depending on the product category and whether wet or powdered clay is being used. Formulators should refer to the usage ranges provided in the technical information above and conduct appropriate stability and compatibility testing for the finished formulation.
What is Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water and what is its INCI name?
Ironwood’s Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water is a mineral-containing ingredient sourced from the same Canadian glacial-ocean environment associated with Ironwood’s Glacial Oceanic Clay.
Its INCI name is Sea Silt Extract.
It can be incorporated into water-based skincare and personal care formulations where a mineral-rich water ingredient is desired. More detailed information about the ingredient, available research and formulation applications will be provided on Ironwood’s dedicated Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water page.
Can Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water replace purified water in a formulation?
Its suitability depends on the formulation and the role the formulator wants the ingredient to play.
Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water can be used as part of the water phase in suitable formulations, but replacing purified water should be evaluated based on the product type, ingredient compatibility, desired concentration and stability requirements.
Ironwood can provide technical information to help formulators evaluate appropriate usage for a specific application.
Are there recommended usage levels for Glacial Oceanic Clay and Mineral Water?
Yes. Recommended usage ranges vary by ingredient form and finished-product application.
For example, a high-clay facial mask may use a very different concentration from an emulsion, cleanser, shampoo or body-care product. Mineral Water usage can also vary depending on how it is being incorporated into the formulation.
The technical sections above provide Ironwood’s current recommended usage ranges. Final concentrations should be determined through formulation development, compatibility testing and stability testing.
Are there formulation considerations when working with Glacial Oceanic Clay?
Yes. Clay ingredients can affect viscosity, texture, colour, pH ,and overall formulation behaviour, so they should be evaluated as part of the complete formulation system.
Ironwood provides specific formulation guidance for its wet and powdered Glacial Oceanic Clay, including processing considerations and recommended usage ranges.
For more detailed development guidance, visit the Formulating With Glacial Oceanic Clay resource or contact Ironwood’s formulation team.
Can Ironwood provide samples for formulation testing?
Yes. Brands, formulators and product-development teams can contact Ironwood to discuss their intended application and request available ingredient samples for evaluation.
When submitting a sample request, it is helpful to provide information about the type of product being developed, the ingredient format of interest and the expected application. This allows Ironwood’s team to provide more relevant technical guidance.
What technical documentation is available for Ironwood raw materials?
Ironwood can provide available technical and ingredient documentation to support formulation development, supplier qualification ,and product evaluation.
The specific documentation available may vary by ingredient and format. Contact Ironwood for current specifications, certification information ,and other technical materials relevant to your project.
How do I choose between Glacial Oceanic Clay and Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water for a new skincare product?
The ingredients can serve different formulation objectives.
Glacial Oceanic Clay is generally selected when the formulator wants to incorporate the physical and mineral characteristics of the clay itself into products such as masks, cleansers, scalp treatments, and other clay-based formulations.
Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water is a liquid ingredient that can be incorporated into suitable water-based skincare and personal care formulations.
In some product concepts, both ingredients may potentially be evaluated together. Ironwood’s formulation team can help brands determine which ingredient format is more appropriate for their product concept.
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