Pitch Mica Powder

Description

Mica Powder – Cosmetic Grade

Description
Mica powder is a naturally occurring mineral-based pigment widely used in the cosmetics industry for its shimmering, pearlescent effect. It is finely milled into a soft powder that can reflect light, giving products a radiant glow or metallic sheen. Cosmetic-grade mica is purified and processed to ensure safety for skin application.

What it is
Mica is a silicate mineral (muscovite, phlogopite, or synthetic fluorphlogopite) ground into very fine powder. It can be coated with natural oxides (iron oxide, titanium dioxide, chromium oxide, ultramarines) to create a wide range of colors—from subtle shimmer to bold metallics.

Benefits
• Provides natural shimmer, shine, and pearlescence.
• Enhances visual appeal of cosmetics with luminous finishes.
• Safe and non-toxic when cosmetic grade.
• Versatile – works in both dry and liquid formulations.
• Improves product texture and spreadability.
• Stable under normal cosmetic formulation conditions.

Uses in Cosmetics
• Makeup: eyeshadows, highlighters, blush, bronzers, foundations, lipsticks, lip gloss.
• Nail products: nail polishes, gels, powders.
• Skin care: shimmer lotions, body butters, illuminators.
• Hair care: shimmer sprays, gels.
• Soaps & bath products: pearlescent soaps, bath bombs, body powders.

Usage Rate
• Typically 0.1% – 30% depending on the product type and desired intensity:
• Foundations/powders: 5–15%
• Eyeshadow/lip products: 10–30%
• Lotions/creams: 1–5%
• Soaps/bath products: 1–5%

Solubility
• Insoluble in water and oils.
• Dispersible in both (must be well mixed to stay suspended).

Country of Origin
• Japan

Packaging
• Usually packed in sealed plastic jars, ziplock pouches, or fiber drums with inner liners.
• Available in retail sizes (10g–500g) up to 1kg (and bulk 25kg on pre-order).

Shelf Life
• Generally 3 to 5 years if stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Keep container tightly closed to prevent clumping or contamination.