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Mica

Often labeled as: Shimmering Mineral

The natural mineral that provides an instant glow.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐ŸŽฏ At a Glance

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A group of silicate minerals that form in distinct layers. It is milled into a fine powder to provide a natural, luminous, shimmering effect to the skin.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Instantly brightens dull skin optically and provides a "glass skin" sheen.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Found in almost all highlighting serums and glowing sunscreens.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It micro-tears the skin.

The Science

Cosmetic mica is milled to be perfectly smooth and safe for topical application.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Mica