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Bichroma Black

Satin-Finish Black Pigment with Superior Coverage and Luxurious Skin Feel

Bichroma Black texture with dark hues, ideal for modern design and art applications.
INCI Name: Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Mica (CI 77019), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Magnesium Stearate

Bichroma Black is a high-performance satin black pigment built on a bismuth oxychloride-coated mica substrate. It delivers deep, true black coverage with a soft-focus effect that blurs imperfections. Approved for eye, face, lip, and nail applications, it is TiO2-free and vegan-friendly for clean beauty formulations.

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Bichroma Black texture with dark hues, ideal for modern design and art applications.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Pressed Powder Eyeshadows & Liners
Delivers intense black coverage with a creamy, low-fallout texture thanks to the bismuth oxychloride substrate's superior binding properties.
Cream & Liquid Eyeshadow Bases
Disperses smoothly in cream and liquid systems for a rich, long-wearing black satin finish with excellent skin adhesion.
Setting Powders & Soft-Focus Finishes
Provides a soft-focus veil that masks imperfections while delivering buildable black coverage for face applications.
Lip Products & Lipsticks
Creates deep, saturated black lip effects in lipstick and lip gloss formulations with a smooth, comfortable texture.
Solvent-Based Nail Lacquers
Produces an opaque, satin black nail finish with excellent suspension and even application in polish formulations.
Smoky Eye & Editorial Formulations
Ideal for creating dramatic smoky eye effects with a sophisticated satin finish rather than flat matte.

Performance & Formulation Insights for Bichroma Black

The Science of a Superior Satin Finish

Bichroma Black achieves its signature soft satin finish through a sophisticated combination of materials. Bismuth Oxychloride (BiOCl) is coated onto a fine mica platelet and then treated with Iron Oxides. The highly crystalline, lustrous nature of BiOCl provides the subtle sheen and luxurious feel, while the iron oxides deliver the deep, true black color. This structure creates outstanding hiding power, effectively creating a soft-focus veil that masks skin imperfections.

Advanced Formulation Benefits of Bismuth Oxychloride

The Bismuth Oxychloride substrate provides significant advantages in formulation. Its unique particle structure promotes excellent binding properties in pressed powders, leading to a creamy texture that is less prone to cracking or fallout. It also enhances skin adhesion, contributing to long-wear performance across all applications. This makes Bichroma Black a versatile and high-performance choice for formulators seeking a premium feel and look.

Key Formulation Benefits

  • Superior Coverage & Hiding Power: Delivers an intense, opaque black color that effectively conceals imperfections with a single application.
  • Elegant Soft-Focus Effect: The unique particle structure scatters light to blur the appearance of fine lines and pores for a flawless complexion.
  • Luxurious Creamy Texture: Imparts a distinctly smooth, creamy feel to formulas, enhancing the sensory experience of the final product.
  • Clean Beauty Compliant: Formulated to be TiO2-free, vegan, and cruelty-free, meeting the strict requirements of the clean beauty market.
  • Excellent Adhesion & Press-ability: Engineered for high performance in pressed powders, ensuring superior binding and long-lasting wear.
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Line/Series
Bichroma
INCI Name
Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Mica (CI 77019), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Magnesium Stearate
Physical Product Color
Black
Color Effect
Black
Effect Type
Satin
Material Type
Bismuth Oxychloride, Natural Mica, Powder
Certifications
Carmine Free, Ferro Free, TiO2 Free, Vegan & Cruelty Free
Particle Size
17-22 μm
Applications
Eye, Face, Lip, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About Bichroma Black

Bichroma Black delivers a sophisticated satin finish rather than a flat matte, thanks to the light-reflecting properties of its bismuth oxychloride substrate.
Yes, Bichroma Black is approved for eye, face, lip, and nail applications, making it one of the most versatile shades in the Bichroma range.
Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Mica (CI 77019), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Magnesium Stearate.
17–22 μm, which provides smooth, even coverage with a refined satin finish.
Yes, it is TiO2-free, vegan, and cruelty-free, meeting key clean beauty retailer requirements.
It provides superior binding, press-ability, skin adhesion, and a uniquely creamy texture compared to standard mica-based black pigments.

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