MICA

Rating:good

INCI name

  • MICA,

Alternative names

  • Glimmer,
  • Kaliglimmer,
  • Muskovit,
  • CI 77019,
  • mica (CI 77019),
  • CI 77019 (MICA),

Origin

  • Mineral (for the most part) ingredient,

Definition

  • Mica-group minerals (CI 77019),

INCI function

  • tarnishing,
  • UV filter,

Substance category

No information available

Characteristics

  • reduces the transparency and translucency of cosmetic products
  • Protects from UV rays
  • approved for certified natural cosmetics

CAS-No.

  • 12001-26-2,

EINECS/EILINCS-No.

  • 310-127-6,

Studies, literature and statements

Kosmetik-Inhaltsstoffe A-Z, page 157

Glimmer, powder ingredient, sun protection.

Kursbuch Kosmetik, page 166

Powder ingredient, sun protection. Highly recommended.