Diatomaceous Earth
INCI Solum Diatomeae
Overview
A fine, naturally occurring mineral powder made from the fossilized remains of ancient algae.
What it is
Diatomaceous Earth is made from the fossilized shells of diatoms, a type of microscopic algae. Over millions of years, their remains form soft, chalky deposits that are mined and milled into a fine powder.
Where it comes from and how it’s made
Diatomaceous earth is mined from deposits formed by ancient diatom accumulation, then processed and milled into the fine powder used in a formulation.
What it does in a formulation
Contributes a fine, gently textured quality to a finished powder-based product.
Why Lovebee uses it
There’s something wonderfully old about this ingredient — powder made from organisms that lived millions of years ago. We like the natural, fine texture it brings to a formula.
Good to know
- Vegan and mineral-derived.
Common questions
- What is Diatomaceous Earth made from?
The fossilized remains of diatoms, a type of ancient microscopic algae.
- Is Diatomaceous Earth vegan?
Yes — it’s a mineral-derived ingredient with no animal inputs.
- Is Diatomaceous Earth a mineral or a plant material?
It’s classified as a mineral, though it originates from the fossilized shells of once-living algae.
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