Technical Profile & Formulation Guide for NovaGlow Max VBR
Chunky Borosilicate Color Travel for Maximum Impact
NovaGlow Max VBR is a large-particle borosilicate effect pigment engineered for dramatic, multi-angle sparkle. Built on a high-clarity calcium aluminum borosilicate and silica substrate, it delivers intense reflection with a cool-toned color travel that shifts from deep violet through bright cyan-green into a luminous blue. The transparent base allows underlying shades to show through while layering on bold, multidimensional glitter.
The combination of titanium dioxide, ferric ferrocyanide, tin oxide, and iron oxides is optimized to create a crisp, clean shift rather than a muddy mix of tones. On-skin and in nail systems, this results in a visually striking, jewel-like finish that transforms simple bases into high-impact, editorial effects.
Performance of an Extra-Large Particle Size
With an ultra-coarse particle size range of 100–5000 μm, NovaGlow Max VBR behaves more like a cosmetic glitter than a traditional pearlescent pigment. The large, irregular flakes create a bold, sparkling surface that catches light from multiple angles, making the blue, green, and violet travel highly visible even in low-light environments.
This macro-sized profile requires thoughtful formulation. In eye and face products, it performs best in gels, creams, mixing mediums, and pressed glitter formats where robust binders control migration and fallout. In nail systems, appropriate suspension agents or gel matrices are essential to keep the flakes evenly dispersed and prevent settling.
Formulation Guidance for Eye, Face & Nail Systems
For eye and face applications, NovaGlow Max VBR is ideal for topper formats—think halo eye accents, festival-inspired face art, and statement highpoints rather than base color. Use film-formers, fixing gels, or hybrid cream bases to lock the large particles in place while maintaining flexibility and comfort on the skin.
In nail lacquers and gels, the transparent borosilicate platelets enhance depth without clouding the base. Layer over dark or contrasting colors to emphasize the violet-to-green-to-blue travel, or suspend in clear and milky bases for ethereal, floating sparkle. Always validate suspension behavior and shelf stability in your specific system.
Key Formulation Benefits
- Intense Color Travel Sparkle: Delivers a bold blue, green, and violet shift with highly reflective, chunky flakes for maximum visual impact.
- Transparent, Layerable Effect: Clear borosilicate substrate allows base shades to show through, making it ideal as a topper over existing color.
- Cool-Toned Aesthetic: The distinctly cool color story supports futuristic, aquatic, and galactic design themes in eye, face, and nail products.
- Vegan & Carmine Free: Formulated without carmine and suitable for vegan and cruelty-free positioning, aligning with modern brand standards.
- Versatile Across Formats: Optimized for use in pressed glitters, gels, and nail systems where large-particle effects are desired.
For detailed rheology, suspension guidance, and compatibility data tailored to your specific system, connect with your Vivify Beauty Care representative.
