Gemini IO-18

Iron Orange Duochrome Color Travel Pigment with Warm Tonal Shift on Silica-Coated Mica

INCI Name: Mica (CI 77019), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Silica

Gemini IO-18 is a warm-toned duochrome color-travel pigment featuring an iron-oxide-driven orange with angle-dependent tonal shifts. Built on a silica-coated natural mica substrate with Iron Oxides (CI 77491), the 20–80 μm particle range delivers dynamic color travel. Approved for eye, face, lip, and nail use. TiO2-free, ferro-free, carmine-free, vegan, and cruelty-free.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Duochrome Eyeshadow Palettes

Delivers a warm iron-orange color travel for vibrant eye looks with dynamic tonal shifts at different angles.

Color-Shifting Highlighters & Bronzers

Creates a warm duochrome highlight with orange tonal variation across facial contours and cheekbones.

Lip Products & Color-Travel Lip Effects

Provides a dynamic warm orange shift in lipstick and gloss formulations for captivating lip color.

Cream & Liquid Eyeshadows

Disperses smoothly in cream and liquid systems while preserving the full duochrome color-travel effect.

Nail Lacquers & Duochrome Finishes

Produces a vibrant orange duochrome nail finish that shifts tones with movement and light angle.

Warm & Sunset-Inspired Collections

A bold warm duochrome ideal for sunset palettes, tropical collections, and warm-toned color stories.

Performance & Formulation Insights for Gemini IO-18

Achieving High-Coverage Color Travel

Gemini IO-18 creates its signature green-to-gold color travel effect through a precise coating of iron oxide and silica on a natural mica substrate. The high refractive index of the iron oxide layer produces a vivid chromatic shift while also providing exceptional opacity, resulting in a bold, high-coverage finish that stands out in any formulation.

Formulation Advantages for Modern Cosmetics

With a versatile particle size of 20-80 μm, Gemini IO-18 balances shimmer and smoothness, making it easy to incorporate into a wide range of cosmetic products without a gritty feel. It delivers excellent laydown and blendability in both powders and liquids.

Its composition is intentionally titanium dioxide-free, supporting clean and conscious beauty objectives while maintaining outstanding performance in eyeshadow, nail lacquer, and gel systems.

Key Formulation Benefits

Vivid Green-to-Gold Shift: Delivers a dynamic, high-impact color travel effect that adds value and sophistication to color cosmetic lines.
Superior Opaque Coverage: The iron oxide layer ensures excellent hide and coverage, perfect for one-swipe eyeshadows and nail lacquers.
Smooth & Blendable Texture: The refined particle size provides a smooth feel and allows for seamless blending in both powder and liquid applications.
Clean & Conscious Formula: Certified TiO2-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and natural (ISO 16128), aligning with key consumer-driven market trends.

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Line/Series	Gemini
INCI Name	Mica (CI 77019), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Silica
Physical Product Color	Orange
Color Effect	Orange
Effect Type	Color Travel
Material Type	Natural Mica, Powder, Silica
Certifications	Carmine Free, Ferro Free, Natural (ISO16128), TiO2 Free, Vegan & Cruelty Free
Particle Size	20-80 μm
Applications	Eye, Face, Lip, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About Gemini IO-18

It produces a warm iron-oxide-driven orange with dynamic tonal shifts at different viewing angles, creating a duochrome color-travel effect.

Yes, it is approved for eye, face, lip, and nail applications.

Mica (CI 77019), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Silica. The silica coating enables the color-travel interference effect.

20–80 μm, optimized for visible duochrome color shift with smooth application.

Yes, Gemini IO-18 uses iron oxide colorants and is completely TiO2-free.

TiO2-free, ferro-free, carmine-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and Natural per ISO 16128.

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