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Olivsperse™ Brown IO

Pre-Dispersed Brown Iron Oxide for Seamless Natural Formulations

INCI Name: Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Octyldodecyl Oleate

Achieve uniform color and a superior feel with Olivsperse™ Brown IO, a high-performance brown iron oxide pre-dispersed in a natural, olive-derived ester. This liquid colorant is engineered for easy integration into liquid and cream cosmetics, eliminating the need for grinding and ensuring batch-to-batch consistency. Its excellent compatibility with natural oils makes it ideal for clean beauty foundations, BB creams, and concealers.

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Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Liquid Foundations & BB Creams
Ensures homogenous color distribution and a non-greasy, blendable texture perfect for natural-finish complexion products.
Cream-to-Powder Foundations
Provides rich, consistent color in anhydrous cream formulas, contributing to a soft, powdery finish upon application.
Liquid & Cream Concealers
Delivers opaque, concentrated color to effectively cover imperfections without requiring intensive milling or processing.
Cream Eyeshadows & Blushes
Creates smooth, buildable color with a comfortable feel, ideal for long-wearing cream-based color cosmetics.
Tinted Moisturizers & Skincare
Allows for easy incorporation of color into skincare or hybrid formulas, providing a sheer, even tint.
Pigmented Lip Balms & Lipsticks
Offers a stable and uniform color base for lip products, ensuring a smooth application and consistent shade.

Formulation Advantages of Olivsperse™ Brown IO Liquid Dispersion

The Power of Pre-Dispersed Pigments

Olivsperse™ Brown IO is a precisely engineered dispersion of brown iron oxides in Octyldodecyl Oleate, a natural ester derived from olive oil. By delivering pigments in a pre-dispersed, liquid format, it removes the need for high-energy grinding during manufacturing. This optimization saves time and resources while ensuring full color development, minimizing agglomeration, and producing an exceptionally smooth, uniform finish.

Superior Performance in Natural Formulations

The Octyldodecyl Oleate carrier provides a soft, non-greasy skin feel and exhibits excellent compatibility with natural oils and esters. Its pourable format streamlines scale-up and batching across liquid and cream systems, enabling consistent performance from lab to production. This makes Olivsperse™ Brown IO particularly well-suited for clean beauty foundations, BB creams, concealers, and tinted skincare.

Key Formulation Benefits

  • Simplified Manufacturing: Ready-to-use liquid color eliminates pigment grinding, reducing processing time and energy costs.
  • Exceptional Color Uniformity: Ensures homogenous dispersion for streak-free application and reliable batch-to-batch consistency.
  • Luxurious Skin Feel: Olive-derived ester base delivers a soft, cushiony, non-greasy texture that blends effortlessly.
  • Clean & Natural: TiO2-free with a naturally derived carrier, supporting conscious and clean beauty claims.
  • High Compatibility: Disperses easily into the oil phase of emulsions and integrates with a wide range of natural and synthetic lipids.
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Line/Series
Olivsperse
INCI Name
Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Octyldodecyl Oleate
Physical Product Color
Brown
Color Effect
Gold/Bronze, Nude
Effect Type
Matte
Material Type
Liquid, Pure Pigments
Certifications
Natural (ISO16128), TiO2 Free, Vegan & Cruelty Free
Particle Size
1-15 μm
Applications
Eye, Face, Lip, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About Olivsperse™ Brown IO

The primary advantage is ease of use and consistency. It eliminates the grinding step, saving production time and ensuring uniform, fully developed color in the final formula.
Yes. Octyldodecyl Oleate is a specialty ester derived from olive oil, making this dispersion well-suited for natural and clean beauty formulations.
The iron oxide content is approximately 50–55%, providing a high pigment load for efficient and vibrant coloring.
Olivsperse™ Brown IO is oil-based. Incorporate it into the oil phase of an emulsion or use it in anhydrous systems such as cream foundations or lipsticks.
The pigment particles are finely dispersed in the 1–15 μm range, contributing to smooth application and excellent coverage.
Yes. The iron oxides and the carrier are widely approved for cosmetic use in the US, EU, Japan, and additional regions, supporting global formulations.
Yes, it is formulated without TiO2, aligning with many clean beauty retailer standards.

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