MakingCosmetics - Mica Powder - 4.4oz / 125g - Cosmetic Ingredient

Description: Natural matte mica (does not have glitter effect) from the mineral Muscovite. Translucent , matte and colorless (not coated with titanium dioxide or iron oxides). Cosmetic-grade fineness (particle size <20 microns). Permitted exempt color for cosmetic use. Purity > 98%. Grey-white free-flowing powder. Insoluble but miscible in water.CAS: 12001-26-2INCI Name: Mica (CI: 77019)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)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.Country of Origin: GermanyRaw material source: Natural mica (muscovite and/or phlogopite)Manufacture: Natural micas are mined from granitic pegmatitesAnimal Testing: Not animal testedGMO: GMO free (does not contain plant-derived components)Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components

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