Minerals play several important roles in the detergent and soap industry. Builders are minerals used in detergents to soften water and improve their cleaning performance. Abrasives help remove dirt and grime. Opacifiers are used in soaps and detergents to give them a cloudy appearance. Thickening agents are used as thickeners in liquid detergents and soaps. Coloring agents in detergents have distinctive colors. Binders are used to hold the soap ingredients together and improve the soap’s texture and stability.Fillers are used to add bulk to the soap and reduce costs.