Mica (CI 77019) is a cosmetic ingredient used as opacifying.
CAS #
12001-26-2
Form
Powder
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Functions
Opacifying
Prevents Clumping
Adds Body & Volume
Adds Color
Adds Opacity
Fights Bacteria
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Traditional Use
Mined for thousands of years and used in traditional Indian and Chinese cosmetics for its natural shimmer and light-reflecting properties. Widely adopted in modern cosmetics as a natural mineral for sparkle and luminosity in makeup.