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Sericite Mica

Sericite Mica — macro reference

What is Sericite Mica?

A finer-milled variety of mica with a smaller, silkier platelet than standard cosmetic mica.

Why is Sericite Mica in the formula?

It refines the texture of the base. Where mica gives the powder its body, sericite gives it slip — the fine particle size is what makes a pressed mineral feel silky rather than chalky under a brush.

What does Sericite Mica feel like on skin?

  • Silky pay-off
  • Fine, powdery slip
  • Blurs the look of texture

What are the details for Sericite Mica?

INCI name
Sericite Mica
Typical usage level
TBD

Where does Sericite Mica come from?

Verified ethical mica sourcing, same standard as our standard-grade mica.

In some formulas, not others

Sericite is a mica. If mica is on your avoid list, avoid the pressed line rather than reading the two names as different ingredients.

See Nutrient-Rich Full-Coverage Liquid Foundation instead →

Questions

What is sericite mica in makeup?

A finer-milled variety of mica with a smaller, silkier platelet than standard cosmetic mica.

Why is sericite mica in the formula?

It refines the texture of the base. Where mica gives the powder its body, sericite gives it slip — the fine particle size is what makes a pressed mineral feel silky rather than chalky under a brush.

What does sericite mica feel like on skin?

Silky pay-off. Fine, powdery slip. Blurs the look of texture.

Where does sericite mica come from?

Verified ethical mica sourcing, same standard as our standard-grade mica.

Is sericite mica in every ingredientlogic formula?

Sericite is a mica. If mica is on your avoid list, avoid the pressed line rather than reading the two names as different ingredients.

Sources

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Reviewed by [REVIEWER NAME], [TITLE] — Last reviewed [DATE]

Beautiful!!! This pressed foundation goes on like silk! I have many wrinkles but still feel confident wearing this. … I will order another in case they run out of this color. Non toxic and no titanium dioxide!!!! Love this!

DoreenLong-Lasting Silky-Soft Pressed Mineral Foundation

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