
Mineral Foundation,
Blush & Shadows & Enhancers:
Mica, Bismuth Oxychloride, Micronized Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides,
Zinc Oxide,
Retinyl Palmitate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol.
Mineral Rice
Setting Powder:
Mica,
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Strach, Zea Mays (Corn) Strach, Silica, Bismuth
Oxychloride, Micronized Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Retinyl
Palmitate, Methicone, Iron Oxides, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol.
Mica - Found
in nature in crystallized, thin elastic sheets that can be separated
easily. They vary in color from pale green, brown, or black to
colorless. We use mica for its beautiful gliding properties in a form
that adds a beautiful light reflective glow to the skin.
Bismuth Oxychloride - Also known as "synthetic pearl" and occurs in
the earth's crust, it is non-toxic. This soft powder is used in
cosmetics to impart a "pearlescent" appearance. This incredibly soft
powder provides a creamy, smooth rich texture to the powders. We use a
very high grade of Bismuth that has proved to be worth the extra cost
we incurred for this very special raw material.
Titanium Dioxide - Derived from
Titanium, which is extracted from the minerals Rutile and Ilmenite. It
is commonly found in cosmetics as a whitening agent and it is also
found within sunscreens because of its impressive capability to block
UV light. It gives the greatest covering and tinting power of any white
pigment and it is listed in the FDA monograph as one of the purest and
most effective active ingredients for sun protection.
Zinc Oxide - Zinc
is believed to encourage healing of skin disorders. It is insoluble in
water. Used to protect, soothe and heal the skin. Also provides good
sun protection
Iron Oxides - Natural oxides
of iron (iron combined with oxygen) varying in color from red to brown,
black to orange or yellow, depending on the degree of water added.
Inorganic pigments approved for cosmetic use, including the eye area.
Retinyl Palmitate - A vitamin A derivative that is an
essential skin nutrient necessary for healthy skin maintenance and
repair. It is useful in cosmetics to moisturize dry skin and reduce
excess oil.
Caprylyl Glycol,
Phenoxyethanol - Minute amounts of some synthetic
preservatives can be used to boost the preservative action of natural
ingredients, providing protection against a broad range of bacteria,
microbes, yeast and molds. Bacteria can break down ingredients in a
product, making it less stable and effective.
Food grade preservatives are used to ensure shelf life, hygienic and
stability. Non-irritating, non-sensitizing and non-toxic.
Rice Starch - Finely ground starch obtained from rice.
Corn Starch - Finely ground starch obtained from corn.
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