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Blue Pearl Metallic Powder 10 g

Why blue mica powder brings shimmer to cosmetic and craft formulas

A finely milled blue powder with a distinct pearlescent shimmer is used whenever a formulation needs both a rich color and a soft reflective glow on the surface of the finished product. The 10 gram size is well suited for home cosmetic making, sample batches, and small trial runs, making it easy to test how the pigment behaves in a specific recipe before ordering a larger quantity. This shade belongs to the broader Metallic Mica Powder lineup, which brings together a range of tones for coloring cosmetic and decorative products.

The main application area for this pigment is color cosmetics, including eyeshadows, highlighters, body and hair products with a luminous finish, and nail or lip glosses. The blue tone is especially popular in summer and ocean themed collections, in children's cosmetics, and in contouring and strobing products where a cool undertone is needed. Beyond cosmetics, these powders are widely used in hand poured candle making, decorative soap, polymer clay, resin art, jewelry crafting, and certain household chemical products where a visually appealing shimmer effect adds market value.

The pigment blends well with oils, waxes, silicone bases, emulsions, and clear gel systems. Since it does not dissolve but stays suspended as fine particles, it is best to pre disperse it in a small amount of carrier oil or glycerin before adding it to the main batch, which prevents clumping. A typical usage rate ranges from 0.5 to 5 percent of the total product weight, depending on the desired color intensity and the base type. It is recommended to add the pigment once the main mass has cooled to around 40-50 degrees Celsius, since higher temperatures can dull the pearlescent effect and shift the resulting shade.

Blue mica powder pairs nicely with other shades to create gradient effects and layered finishes. It works well alongside Metallic Powder Pearl 10 g for a gentle transition from bold color to neutral shimmer, and can be combined with warmer tones such as Metallic Powder Bronze 10 g or the softer Pearl Peach, 5 g to build contrasting decorative compositions for craft projects and soap making.

Store the pigment in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and moisture, at room temperature. Exposure to humidity can cause clumping and uneven particle distribution during future use, so the container should be closed immediately after each use.

Shimmering blue lip gloss

Castor oil 10 g

Beeswax 3 g

Shea butter 4 g

Blue mica powder 0.5 g

Vitamin E oil 0.3 g

Melt the beeswax and shea butter together in a double boiler until fully liquid, then remove from heat and stir in the castor oil and vitamin E. In a separate small dish, mix the mica powder with a few drops of the warm oil blend until it forms a smooth paste with no lumps, then fold this paste back into the main mixture and stir until the color is even throughout. Pour the finished gloss into small containers and let it set at room temperature for about an hour before use.

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INCI	Trietoksikaprililsilan
Other
Application	cosmetics for face, lips, body, eyelids
Att brand	England
Color product	blue
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	from 1 to 100%
Minimum count	1
Name	Blue Pearl Metallic Powder 10 g
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	10 grams
Pacticle size	10-60 microns
Solubility	mother-of-pearl does not dissolve, only colors
Valid until	12.2041