Mica Powder

Mica Powder

Item No. TEX-MICPW-01
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Description
Description
Natural matte mica (does not have glitter effect) from the mineral Muscovite. Cosmetic-grade fineness (particle size < 20 microns). Permitted exempt color for cosmetic use. Purity > 98%. Translucent, matte and colorless (not coated with titanium dioxide or iron oxides).
Benefits
  • Great filler and texturizer for various makeup products
  • Improves skin feel, slip and aids skin adhesion
  • Acts as bulking agent in emulsions
  • Reduces greasiness of oil-containing formulas
  • Can replace talc as filler
  • Has good anti-caking properties (prevents clumping)
Use
Add as is to formulas, typical use levels: 10-40% when used as filler, 3-6% when used to reduce greasiness of oil-containing products. For external use only.
Applications
Loose & pressed makeup powders, color cosmetics (lipsticks, eye cosmetics), creams, lotions.
CAS
12001-26-2
INCI
Mica
composition
Mica
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Off-white free-flowing powder
Solubility
Insoluble but dispersible in water
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
Germany
Raw Material Source
Natural mica (muscovite and/or phlogopite)
Manufacture
Natural micas are mined from granitic pegmatites
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2525200000
Properties
  • Great filler and texturizer for various makeup products
  • Improves skin feel, slip and aids skin adhesion
  • Acts as bulking agent in emulsions
  • Reduces greasiness of oil-containing formulas
  • Can replace talc as filler
  • Has good anti-caking properties (prevents clumping)