Arctic Silver Mica Powder for Cosmetics, 100 g

Cold-toned shimmer for resin art and shimmering makeup formulas

Arctic silver Mica in a 100 gram pack is a natural layered mineral coated with titanium dioxide, delivering a cool metallic silver shine with strong light-reflecting properties. This mid-size package suits small studio workshops and short production runs where consistent shade quality across batches matters and frequent reordering is inconvenient. The pigment belongs to the Mica Powders section, which brings together natural mica pigments in a wide range of colors and finishes for many industries. See additional shades and sizes in the Mica Powders Wholesale section. This cosmetic grade pearlescent pigment works in resin projects and lip gloss.

Worldwide demand for silver mica pigments today is driven largely by the resin art industry — pouring countertops, jewelry, coasters, and abstract art pieces, along with tinting concrete and polymer clay. The cool metallic shine of Arctic silver mimics liquid metal, frost, or ice, making it a popular choice for winter-themed collections and color-shifting effects when blended with contrasting shades. In decorative cosmetics, this mica is used for eyeshadows, highlighters, shimmering powders, body gels, and nail polish. The material is also common in automotive paint with a metallic finish, in printing with metallic effects, and in candle making, where a thin layer of pigment is dusted onto the cooled surface for a frosted look.

Dosage depends on the desired intensity and the type of base: for epoxy resin, 0.5 to 3 grams per 100 ml of resin is typically enough, for cosmetic emulsions and creams, 1 to 5 grams per 100 grams of base works well, and for dry decorative cosmetics the pigment can be used undiluted or blended with talc to soften the intensity. It is best introduced at the final formulation stage, at a temperature not exceeding 40-45 degrees Celsius, to avoid damaging the mica structure and losing shine. Before adding to liquid bases, pre-dispersing the pigment in a small amount of oil or glycerin helps prevent clumping and ensures even distribution throughout the mixture.

Arctic silver pairs well with other mica pigments to create gradients and layered effects: combining it with a vivid tone like Magenta Mica Powder for Cosmetics, 3 g produces a striking transition from cool silver to deep pink in resin pieces or makeup looks. Warm earthy tones such as Tibetian Ochre Mica Powder for Cosmetics, 3 g balance out the coolness of silver for natural metallic transitions, while the soft neutral shade of Oriental Beige Mica Powder for Cosmetics, 3 g works well as a base layer before applying brighter accents. The pigment does not react with alcohol or oil-based systems, remains stable across a range of pH levels, and keeps its shine over long-term dry storage. Store the pack tightly sealed, away from direct sunlight and moisture, at room temperature to preserve free-flow texture and particle consistency for several years.

Frosted Silver Resin Coasters

Clear epoxy resin 80 ml

Hardener 40 ml

Arctic silver Mica 1.5 grams

White alcohol ink 3 drops

Silicone coaster mold

Combine the resin and hardener in the recommended ratio and stir slowly for about three minutes until fully clear and streak-free. Sift the Arctic silver mica through a fine strainer directly into the mixture to prevent clumps, then stir gently with a wooden stick, avoiding excessive air bubbles. Add the alcohol ink in small drops to create soft cloud-like patterns within the silver shimmer, then pour the mixture into the silicone mold. Leave the coasters to cure undisturbed at room temperature for 24 to 48 hours in a dust-free area, then release from the mold and gently sand the edges with fine-grit sandpaper if needed.

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