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Marvel Copper

High-Chroma Metallic Pigment for Intense Copper Color

INCI Name: Mica, Iron Oxides, Silica

Achieve a rich, metallic patina with Marvel Copper, a mica-based pigment that combines high chroma with intense copper color. With its illuminating effect and fine particle size, it provides a smooth, flawless finish perfect for today’s high-definition makeup. This versatile pigment is TiO2-free, vegan, and suitable for a wide range of color cosmetic applications.

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Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Pressed & Loose Powder Eyeshadows
Delivers intense color payoff and a smooth, metallic finish with excellent press-ability and adhesion in powder formulas.
Liquid & Cream Foundations
Blends seamlessly into liquid and cream bases to create warm, illuminating skin tones with a subtle metallic glow.
Cream & Stick Highlighters
Provides a buildable, high-impact copper sheen that melts into the skin for a radiant, dewy look.
Metallic Lipsticks & Lip Glosses
Offers rich, opaque color and a sophisticated metallic finish for long-wearing lip products without grittiness.
Solvent-Based Nail Lacquers
Suspends evenly in nail polish bases to produce a consistent, high-shine metallic copper effect with a smooth application.
Body Bronzers & Shimmers
Creates a warm, sun-kissed glow in body lotions and oils, enhancing skin with a vibrant copper shimmer.

Performance & Formulation Insights for Marvel Copper

Achieving High-Chroma Metallic Effects

Marvel Copper utilizes a strategic composition of iron oxides layered over a natural mica substrate to generate its intense metallic luster and high chroma. The fine particle size (6–25 μm) ensures a smooth, uniform laydown of color, reflecting light to create a brilliant copper patina. The addition of silica enhances the pigment’s texture, contributing to a silky feel that is ideal for high-definition makeup applications where a flawless finish is essential.

Formulation Advantages for Modern Cosmetics

This pigment is engineered for versatility across various cosmetic systems. Its composition provides excellent stability and dispersibility in both anhydrous and emulsion-based formulas. As a natural mica-based pigment, it aligns with consumer preferences for recognizable ingredients while delivering professional-grade performance, making it a reliable choice for formulators aiming to create vibrant, on-trend color cosmetics.

Key Formulation Benefits

  • Intense Metallic Payoff: Delivers a rich, true copper color with a high-shine metallic finish, perfect for creating bold and luxurious makeup looks.
  • Smooth, HD-Ready Texture: The fine particle size distribution ensures a silky, non-gritty feel and a flawless application that performs beautifully on camera and in person.
  • Clean Beauty Compliant: Meets key market demands as a TiO2-free, vegan, and cruelty-free pigment, simplifying product development for conscious brands.
  • Broad Application Use: Approved for use in eye, face, lip, and nail formulations, offering exceptional versatility for a complete color cosmetic collection.
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Line/Series
Marvel
INCI Name
Mica, Iron Oxides, Silica
Physical Product Color
Brown
Color Effect
Gold/Bronze
Effect Type
Metallic
Material Type
Natural Mica, Powder, Silica
Certifications
TiO2 Free, Vegan & Cruelty Free
Particle Size
6-25 μm
Applications
Eye, Face, Lip, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About Marvel Copper

Its high-chroma metallic effect is achieved by coating natural mica platelets with a dense layer of iron oxides, optimized to maximize light reflection and color intensity.
Yes, Marvel Copper is TiO2-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and classified as Natural (ISO 16128), making it an excellent choice for clean and conscious cosmetic lines.
Absolutely. This pigment is approved for use in lip formulations, allowing you to create rich metallic lipsticks and glosses.
The particle size is 6–25 μm. This fine range provides a smooth, satin-to-metallic finish with excellent coverage, avoiding any large sparkle or glitter effect.
It disperses easily in liquid formulas, allowing formulators to create warm, illuminating shades or color-correcting products with a smooth, homogenous finish.

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