Synthetic Mica Pigments for Color Cosmetics

Posted: June 21, 2011

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In addition, in relation to color consistency, while the color of natural mica ranges from slightly yellow  to brown or black and must be carefully evaluated for consistency, synthetic mica’s consistent white color ensures that the pearl pigment produced from a formula using it will be the same, consistent color.

Finally, since synthetic mica platelets are uniform, particle size can be controlled in applications and they reportedly perform the same way each time. According to the company, the platelets disperse easily in liquid, oil or gel; remain uniformly dispersed; are more resistant to breakage because synthetic mica flexes more easily than natural mica; and they can be used to create varying pigments and effects.

The pigment line is recommended for eye products, lipstick, facial makeup and nail polish, and reportedly meets all applicable US Food and Drug Administration, European Union and Japanese Health Ministry regulatory requirements.