Solum Diatomeae
What Solum Diatomeae is & what it does
Solum Diatomeae is diatomaceous earth, a soft sedimentary mineral made from the fossilized silica shells of diatoms. In skincare and sunscreen formulas it acts mainly as an absorbent and bulking agent, soaking up excess oil and helping to give products a smooth, matte feel. Its highly porous structure makes it useful for controlling shine and adjusting texture.
What does Solum Diatomeae do in skincare?
Solum Diatomeae, or diatomaceous earth, mainly acts as an absorbent and bulking agent. Its porous silica particles soak up excess oil and help give products a smooth, matte finish. It is often found in formulas aimed at reducing shine and improving texture.
Is Solum Diatomeae natural or synthetic?
Solum Diatomeae is natural in origin, made from the fossilized silica shells of tiny algae called diatoms. The raw material is mined and then processed and purified for cosmetic use. It is a mineral ingredient rather than a synthetic one.
Is Solum Diatomeae safe?
Solum Diatomeae is widely used in cosmetics as an absorbent mineral and is generally considered well tolerated in topical products. Cosmetic-grade diatomaceous earth is processed for skin use. If you have specific concerns, it is best to check with a qualified professional.
Sunscreens with Solum Diatomeae
We rate 24 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Collistar Active Protection Sun Cream SPF 50
94/100
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Collistar Active protection sun cream spf 50+
93/100
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Collistar Active Protection Sun Cream SPF 30 (Sensitive Skin/Fragrance-Free)
92/100
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Rosental Organics Bodylotion SPF 50
89/100
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For Skin's Sake Velvet Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa++++
89/100
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Dermina Comforting Cream SPF 50
85/100
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Tula Mineral Magic
83/100
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Tula Pentapeptide Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50
82/100
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Equilibra Aloe Sun Protection Stick SPF 50+
77/100
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Obagi medical Obagi Tinted Sun Shield SPF 50 Warm
76/100