White Pigment 10 g

Getting the Right Whiteness for Small-Batch Soap and Cosmetic Projects

A 10 g pack of white pigment is designed for makers who want to test opacity levels before committing to a larger purchase, as well as for home crafters producing soap, candles, and cosmetics in small quantities. This powder belongs to the Titanium Dioxide category, which brings together white opaque pigments used to give finished products a dense, even, milky tone without any transparency showing through. Titanium dioxide remains the most widely used white pigment worldwide, with major applications in paints, plastics, paper manufacturing, food coloring, and of course in soap making and cosmetics, where it serves both as a colorant and as a physical UV-blocking agent in sunscreen formulations.

The primary use of this pigment is to bring whiteness and opacity to soap bases, candle wax, decorative cosmetics such as pressed powders, foundations, and eyeshadows, as well as functioning as a whitening component in creams and lotions. On a larger industrial scale, titanium dioxide is used heavily in coatings, plastic manufacturing, and packaging production, but for soap makers and cosmetic hobbyists the key value lies in its ability to fully mask the transparency of a melt-and-pour base, creating a porcelain-like white finish.

This pigment pairs well with other colorants and mica powders — it is often layered first into a base, with colored pigments or glitter added on top to create contrasting swirls, marbling, and layered patterns. It should be introduced into melted soap base or wax at a temperature of around 60-70 degrees Celsius, stirring thoroughly until no clumps remain, since titanium dioxide does not dissolve but disperses evenly throughout the mixture. For soap, a typical dosage ranges from 0.5 to 2 grams per 100 grams of base depending on the desired opacity, while candles follow a similar approach, starting with small amounts and building up intensity gradually. In creams and lotions, the pigment is introduced during the oil phase or blended into the finished emulsion with continuous mixing until fully uniform.

For those planning larger production runs or regular manufacturing, it makes sense to consider scaling up to a bigger pack size such as Titanium Dioxide 100 g, which reduces the frequency of reordering and lowers the per-unit cost of raw material. The small 10 g pack remains ideal for trial batches, testing new formulations, and developing original handmade soap lines where overpaying for a large quantity of an untested ingredient does not make sense.

Store the pigment in a dry place away from direct sunlight, in tightly sealed packaging, avoiding any moisture exposure, since the powder is hygroscopic and can clump when exposed to humid air. When stored correctly, its shelf life is essentially unlimited because this inorganic pigment is chemically stable and does not oxidize over time. Before use, it is advisable to sift the powder through a fine sieve if it has become compacted, to avoid visible specks in the finished product.

Whipped White Soap Frosting Bars

Melt and pour soap base 180 g

White pigment 1.5 g

Shea butter 10 g

Sweet almond oil 5 ml

Vanilla fragrance oil 3 ml

Melt the soap base gently over a double boiler until fully liquid, then whisk in the shea butter until it melts and blends smoothly into the mixture. Add the white pigment and stir continuously until the color is completely even with no visible streaks. Remove from heat, add the almond oil and fragrance oil, and whip the mixture with a hand mixer for two to three minutes until it becomes light and fluffy like frosting. Pipe the whipped mixture into silicone molds using a piping bag for a decorative finish, then allow it to set at room temperature for about an hour before unmolding carefully.