Article: Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Category: Bulking agent, Colorant
Brief description: Synthetic mica used in cosmetics for its shimmering properties and smoothness.
Benefits: Provides sparkle and shine to cosmetics; smoother than natural mica, reducing potential skin irritation.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types; less likely to irritate than natural mica.
Target audience: Those seeking shimmery makeup products.
Chemical composition: Synthetic compound made of magnesium aluminum silicate sheets.
Physical aspect: Shimmery powder.
Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients.
Concentration: Varies based on desired shimmer effect.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Generally safe; avoid inhalation of loose powder.
Regulatory status: FDA approved for use in cosmetics.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: More ethical and sustainable than natural mica due to labor and environmental concerns with mica mining.
Variants: Can be coated with other substances for different color effects.
Brief description: Synthetic mica used in cosmetics for its shimmering properties and smoothness.
Benefits: Provides sparkle and shine to cosmetics; smoother than natural mica, reducing potential skin irritation.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types; less likely to irritate than natural mica.
Target audience: Those seeking shimmery makeup products.
Chemical composition: Synthetic compound made of magnesium aluminum silicate sheets.
Physical aspect: Shimmery powder.
Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients.
Concentration: Varies based on desired shimmer effect.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Generally safe; avoid inhalation of loose powder.
Regulatory status: FDA approved for use in cosmetics.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: More ethical and sustainable than natural mica due to labor and environmental concerns with mica mining.
Variants: Can be coated with other substances for different color effects.