In short, there are significant differences between natural mica powder and synthetic mica powder in production methods, color and appearance, performance characteristics, application fields, and price and cost. Synthetic mica powder is superior to natural mica powder in terms of high temperature resistance, transparency, electrical insulation, stability and mechanical properties, while natural mica powder has more advantages in resource acquisition, cost and color. When choosing which type of mica powder to use, you can consider the high temperature resistance of the required material, electrical insulation performance, transparency and color requirements, evaluate the mechanical strength and hardness of the required material, consider chemical stability and other different application scenarios and technical requirements to make a reasonable choice.
Mica is a naturally occurring mineral that is widely used in the cosmetics industry due to its unique reflective properties. It is primarily composed of silicate minerals, which gives it a sparkling finish that is highly sought after in products like eyeshadows, highlighters, and lip glosses. Mica can create a range of effects, from a subtle glow to a dramatic shine, making it a favorite among makeup artists and beauty aficionados alike.
Many of our commonly used eyeshadow and other cosmetics have added natural or synthetic mica materials to achieve the effect of blingbling, these materials are non-toxic and non-irritating, but may contain some heavy metals, but please rest assured that if you buy regular cosmetics, its composition generally meets the requirements of cosmetics heavy metal indicators, harmless to the human body!!
In addition to technical prowess, a reputable mica factory typically offers exceptional customer experiences. Clients benefit from customized solutions tailored to their specific needs, whether requiring bespoke mica sheets or specialized coatings. Factories with a customer-centric approach stand out by providing personalized service, thus confirming their commitment to excellence and reinforcing trust.
In addition, lepidolite and ferrolepidolite can also be used as mineral raw materials for extracting lithium.
Layer upon layer of mica
Natural mica powder and synthetic mica powder have differences in production methods, heat resistance and color transparency. As the name suggests, natural mica powder is made from natural mica ore after processing, retaining the original characteristics and composition of the ore. Its main components are SiO2 (about 49%) and Al2O3 (about 30%), while also containing K2O+Na2O (9%-11%) and so on. The synthetic mica powder (such as fluoroglogopicite powder), is the use of a variety of raw materials through high temperature reaction and other chemical methods synthetic, its composition and characteristics can be adjusted and optimized according to the need, the chemical formula is KMg3(AlSi3O10)F2, belongs to the monoclinic crystal system, is a typical layered silicate, relatively single and pure composition. The heat resistance of natural mica powder is generally 500-600℃, and some types, such as phlogopite, can reach 800℃. The heat resistance of synthetic mica powder is more excellent, and it can withstand high temperatures above 1200℃, and the melting point or crystallization temperature is about 1375±5. The transparency of natural mica powder is relatively low, and the color is diverse, including black, yellow, white, gray, green, brown and other colors, and may vary due to different ore types and processing methods. The color of synthetic mica powder is relatively single, usually colorless transparent or white, high whiteness, good optical performance, and high transmittance from ultraviolet to infrared band.