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Chromatique Silver Gray

High-Performance Metallic Pigment for Rich, Smoky Effects

INCI Name: Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides

Chromatique Silver Gray is a high-performance metallic pigment that delivers intense, smoky gray color with a sophisticated satin-metallic luster. Based on natural mica coated with titanium dioxide and iron oxides, it provides rich color and excellent coverage for creating dramatic eyeshadows, sleek nail lacquers, and defining facial cosmetics.

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Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Pressed Powder Eyeshadows & Blushes
Offers excellent compressibility and color payoff for creating dramatic, blendable powders with a metallic finish.
Liquid & Gel Eyeliners
Provides stable suspension and creates a bold, continuous metallic line with a smooth, even application.
Solvent-Based Nail Lacquers & Gels
Disperses easily to produce a chic, high-fashion metallic gray finish with consistent coverage and luster.
Cream-to-Powder Formulations
Integrates seamlessly to provide a rich metallic effect with a luxurious, blendable, and long-wearing feel.
Lipstick & Lip Gloss
Delivers deep, smoky undertones and a metallic sheen for creating bold, avant-garde lip colors.
Loose Highlighting & Setting Powders
Provides a high-impact, buildable metallic sheen perfect for dramatic highlights or all-over luminous effects.

Performance & Formulation Insights for Chromatique Silver Gray

Superior Color Intensity & Saturation

Chromatique Silver Gray is engineered by depositing a highly saturated iron oxide layer onto a natural mica and titanium dioxide substrate. This process creates a much more intense and richer color effect compared to a simple blend of the raw materials. The result is a deep, smoky gray with a pronounced metallic luster and superior opacity, allowing formulators to achieve full coverage with lower pigment loading.

Versatile Particle Size for Smoothness & Impact

With a broad particle size distribution of 10–60 μm, this pigment strikes an ideal balance between visual impact and tactile feel. The finer particles ensure a smooth, satin-like application, while the larger particles contribute to the visible metallic sparkle. This versatility makes it a reliable choice for a wide range of cosmetic systems, from fine-milled pressed powders to high-viscosity creams and lacquers.

Key Formulation Benefits

  • Intense Smoky Color: Delivers a deep, dramatic silver-gray hue perfect for creating sophisticated and moody color cosmetics.
  • Sophisticated Metallic Luster: Provides a beautiful metallic sheen that adds dimension and a high-end finish to any product.
  • Excellent Coverage: The combination of titanium dioxide and iron oxides on a mica base ensures high opacity and vibrant color payoff.
  • Broad Application Range: Proven performance in anhydrous, solvent-based, and emulsion systems for face, eye, lip, and nail products.
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Line/Series
Chromatique
INCI Name
Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides
Physical Product Color
Gray
Color Effect
Gray, Silver
Effect Type
Metallic
Material Type
Natural Mica, Powder
Certifications
Natural (ISO16128), Vegan & Cruelty Free
Particle Size
10-60 μm
Applications
Eye, Face, Lip, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About Chromatique Silver Gray

Its intense color comes from depositing a concentrated iron oxide layer directly onto the mica-titanium dioxide base, which creates a richer, more saturated effect than simply blending the pigments together.
Yes, Chromatique Silver Gray is composed of mineral-derived ingredients, is vegan, cruelty-free, and compliant with ISO 16128 standards for natural cosmetics.
The particle size is 10–60 μm. This range provides a smooth application feel while delivering a noticeable metallic sparkle, avoiding a gritty texture.
Yes, it is approved for use in all cosmetic applications, including lip products, making it ideal for creating unique, metallic lip colors.
Unlike interference pigments that create color through light reflection, this is an absorption pigment, providing a strong, opaque base color with a metallic luster.

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