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Recent Examples of kaolin
Mineral pigments and kaolin clay add believable volume without stiffness, thanks to panthenol that conditions each hair.
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Jan. 2026
The star ingredients here are oil-absorbing clays (including kaolin and bentonite) and the brand’s signature grapeseed polyphenols, which provide free radical protection as well as combat sebum oxidation—the reason blackheads appear dark.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2025
It’s formulated with collagen, red algae extract, and kaolin that gently lifts impurities and oils from the skin, purifies pores, and minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for a glowing, smooth complexion.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
In the new formula, Givenchy swapped in kaolin clay and mica, which give it a shimmery, highlighter-esque finish.
—Lindy Segal, Glamour, 7 Mar. 2025
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Jan. 2026
The star ingredients here are oil-absorbing clays (including kaolin and bentonite) and the brand’s signature grapeseed polyphenols, which provide free radical protection as well as combat sebum oxidation—the reason blackheads appear dark.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2025
It’s formulated with collagen, red algae extract, and kaolin that gently lifts impurities and oils from the skin, purifies pores, and minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for a glowing, smooth complexion.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
In the new formula, Givenchy swapped in kaolin clay and mica, which give it a shimmery, highlighter-esque finish.
—Lindy Segal, Glamour, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kaolin
Noun
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Height’s other comp is a clay, humanoid character.—
Vic Tafur,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Curiosity took six or seven years after landing to reach the clay layer in the Glen Torridon region of Mount Sharp, but the wait was worth it, Vasavada said.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Even if the themes of the lyrics are similar, the wide-eyed intensity, and even rage, suggest there is more to her perspective than a desire to sink into the mud of modern life.—
Colin Joyce,
Pitchfork,
21 Apr. 2026
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In January, a ValuJet DC-9 got stuck in the mud at Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In general, plants in window boxes need good drainage, high-quality soil, and frequent watering to flourish.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Mexico’s government said Saturday that two CIA agents killed in a car crash in Chihuahua were unauthorized to participate in operations on Mexican soil.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Kaolin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kaolin. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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