Boron Nitride 500 g

A Slip-Enhancing Mineral Powder Built for High-Volume Cosmetic Production

Boron nitride belongs to the category of Mineral fillers and is a fine inorganic powder valued across several industries at once. In heavy industry this compound is known as a high-temperature lubricant, a component of ceramic composites, and a heat-dissipation material in electronics, thanks to its thermal stability and low friction coefficient. That said, the cosmetic grade offered here in a 500 gram package is aimed primarily at manufacturers of color cosmetics who work with medium to large production runs.

In formulas for pressed and loose powders, eyeshadows, foundations, primers, and sunscreens, boron nitride creates a smooth, slip-enhancing film on the skin that helps a product spread evenly without settling into fine lines and pores. This is why the material is often described as producing a soft-focus effect — it optically blurs surface irregularities without leaving a heavy, powdery cast. It also improves the adhesion of pigments and other mineral fillers to the skin, softens the drying sensation some mattifying ingredients leave behind, and gives the finished product a pleasant application feel.

Boron nitride pairs well with other functional powders, giving formulators flexibility to fine-tune texture and finish. Combined with Nylon 12, it enhances slip and creates an almost weightless finish, a combination frequently used in premium loose and pressed powders. Paired with Bamboo Silica, it forms a balanced system where the silica handles sebum absorption and mattification while boron nitride offsets any dryness and adds a softer glide. In silicone-forward formulas, it works well alongside DOWSIL 9701 Cosmetic Powder, where silicone spheres add further texture blurring while boron nitride reinforces the overall silky feel.

A typical usage level for boron nitride in color cosmetic formulas ranges from 1 to 15 percent of the powder phase, with some primer and sunscreen formulas going up to around 20 percent. It is added during the dry powder blending stage, before any liquid oils or binders are introduced, and at room temperature — no heating is required for this material. In pressed product manufacturing, the powder blend containing boron nitride is introduced before granulation and pressing, ensuring even particle distribution throughout the compact.

The 500 gram package is intended for formulators running conveyor-style or semi-industrial color cosmetics production, as well as labs that need dependable, repeatable raw material supply across multiple batches. Store the powder in a dry area in a tightly sealed container, avoiding moisture and direct water contact, since exposure to humidity can cause clumping and make accurate dosing during production more difficult.

Soft-Focus Loose Setting Powder

Boron nitride 15 g

Cosmetic mica 35 g

Bamboo Silica 25 g

Nylon 12 10 g

Titanium dioxide 5 g

Yellow iron oxide 2 g

Sift all powder ingredients through a fine mesh sieve to break up any clumps, then combine them in a dry mixing bowl starting with the mica, gradually folding in the boron nitride, Bamboo Silica, Nylon 12, and iron oxide. Blend thoroughly using a spatula or low-speed powder mixer until the color and texture are uniform, sift once more for consistency, and pack the finished powder into jars or sifter containers at room temperature without applying heat.