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Glamour Tropic Red

Advanced Sparkling Pigment for Intense, Carmine-Free Red Effects

INCI Name: Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Titanium Dioxide, Red 40 Lake, Tin Oxide

Glamour Tropic Red is a high-performance sparkling pigment that delivers a brilliant, eye-catching red without the use of carmine. Based on advanced borosilicate glass technology, its large particle size creates a superior glitter effect with a smooth feel, ideal for bold formulations in lip, eye, and nail cosmetics. This vegan and cruelty-free pigment offers formulators a vibrant, clean beauty-compatible alternative for creating intense red shades.

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Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

High-Impact Lip Gloss & Toppers
Provides a dazzling glitter effect with excellent suspension in lip gloss bases for a smooth, non-gritty feel.
Pressed & Loose Glitter Eyeshadows
Creates an intense, multi-dimensional sparkle with superior adhesion and minimal fallout in powder formulations.
Gel & Solvent-Based Nail Lacquers
Delivers a vibrant, sparkling red finish with exceptional clarity and brilliance in nail polish and gel systems.
Anhydrous Body & Face Glitters
Integrates seamlessly into balms and gels for a spectacular, glistening effect on the body and face.
Liquid Eyeliners & Eyeshadows
Offers stable suspension in liquid formulas to create bold, sparkling red lines and washes of color.
Molded Cosmetic Products (Lipsticks)
Adds a touch of high-impact sparkle and dimension when incorporated into lipstick formulas.

Performance & Formulation Insights for Glamour Tropic Red

Borosilicate Base for Unmatched Brilliance

Glamour Tropic Red is engineered on a Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate substrate—an exceptionally smooth, transparent synthetic glass platelet that maximizes light reflection. Compared to natural mica, this substrate delivers a cleaner, brighter sparkle with superior clarity, producing a true high-impact glitter effect with a refined, comfortable feel on the skin.

Vibrant, Carmine-Free Red for Modern Formulations

By incorporating FD&C Red 40 Lake onto the borosilicate base, Glamour Tropic Red achieves a vivid, tropical red hue that is both stable and intensely saturated. This carmine-free approach enables brands to formulate vegan and cruelty-free cosmetics without sacrificing bold color performance.

Key Formulation Benefits

  • Intense Sparkling Effect: The large particle size (10–125 µm) and borosilicate substrate combine to deliver superior glitter with exceptional brilliance.
  • Smooth, Luxurious Feel: The glass platelet surface creates a comfortable, non-gritty texture suitable for lip, eye, face, and nail applications.
  • Vegan & Carmine-Free: Utilizes FD&C Red 40 Lake for a bright, stable red that aligns with vegan and cruelty-free standards.
  • Broad Application Versatility: Proven performance in anhydrous, water-based, and solvent-based systems across lip, eye, face, and nail categories.
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Line/Series
Glamour
INCI Name
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Titanium Dioxide, Red 40 Lake, Tin Oxide
Physical Product Color
Red
Color Effect
Red
Effect Type
Sparkling
Material Type
Borosilicate, Powder, Synthetic Mica
Certifications
Vegan & Cruelty Free
Particle Size
10-125 μm
Applications
Eye, Face, Lip, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About Glamour Tropic Red

Its high brilliance comes from the Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate substrate, a synthetic glass that offers superior transparency and light reflection compared to natural mica, especially at a larger 10–125 µm particle size.
Yes. Glamour Tropic Red is colored with FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake, which is approved by the FDA for use in lip products in the United States.
Absolutely. It provides a vibrant and stable red hue without the use of carmine, making it fully vegan and cruelty-free.
The 10–125 µm particle size drives the sparkling effect. In pressed powders, adjust binder levels to optimize adhesion. In liquid or gel formulas, use appropriate suspension systems to maintain even distribution of glitter.
Yes. As a carmine-free and vegan pigment, it aligns well with the requirements of most clean beauty standards.
It excels in high-impact glitter applications such as lip toppers, gel eyeshadows, and sparkling nail polishes where brilliance and clarity are prioritized.

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