Mica Antique Silver, 1 kg

Cool Silver Metallic Pigment Built for Continuous Production Lines

Mica Antique Silver in a 1 kg pack belongs to the Mica Powders category and offers a cool, smoky silver-anthracite shimmer that reads as a dense metallic sheen even in a thin layer. A kilogram pack is meant for manufacturers who need reliable shade consistency batch after batch and cannot afford downtime waiting for restocks, which is why this size is popular among producers of epoxy goods, decorative plasters, coatings and polymer products where the pigment is dosed regularly and in noticeable quantities.

The most widespread global use of this shade is in epoxy resin art: countertops, wall panels, jewelry pieces and decorative flooring, where Antique Silver creates the look of aged metal, smoke or storm clouds, making it a favorite in resin casting workshops and gift item manufacturing. A second major market is the paint and polymer industry, where the pigment is blended into powder coatings, automotive finishes, PVC and polyurethane compounds to achieve a metallic visual without relying on actual metal dust. This mica also finds steady demand in premium candle making, polymer clay, decorative wall finishes, and in cosmetic manufacturing for eyeshadows, highlighters and body products, where the silver tone delivers a cool luminous finish.

Dosage depends on the base system: epoxy resins typically call for 2 to 10 g per 100 g of resin depending on the required opacity and depth of color, while cosmetic emulsions and decorative compounds usually take 1 to 5 percent of total mass. The pigment should be introduced at the final stage, once the base has cooled to around 40-50 degrees Celsius, to prevent oxidation and dulling of shimmer under high heat. In cold-process systems such as gel polishes or lotions, mica can be stirred in at room temperature with continuous mixing until fully dispersed and free of clumps.

Antique Silver pairs well with warmer and contrasting pigments for gradient work and layered effects: combining it with Cosmetic mica Bright Gold creates a striking cool-warm metallic contrast for decorative pieces and makeup looks. For softer, muted results, blending with Oriental Beige Mica works well, while bold accents in decorative cosmetics or polymer items can be achieved by adding Mica Magenta. These combinations allow manufacturers to build complex layered effects across both large production runs and small design batches.

Store the pigment in a sealed, moisture-proof container away from direct sunlight and at room temperature, since exposure to humidity can cause the fine particles to clump. Proper storage keeps the shimmer and color performance stable over a long period, which matters especially when working with bulk quantities in an ongoing production cycle.

Metallic Smoke Effect Candle Wax Blend

Soy wax 800 g

Mica Antique Silver 12 g

Fragrance oil 40 ml

Stearic acid 20 g

Melt the soy wax together with stearic acid at around 65 degrees Celsius, then stir in the mica pigment until the mixture reaches an even smoky metallic tone. Remove from heat, blend in the fragrance oil, and pour into prepared containers, allowing the candles to cool undisturbed for several hours before trimming the wick.