Performance & Formulation Insights for Sterling Super Shimmer Silver
The Science of Intense Reflectivity: Glass Flake Substrate
Sterling Super Shimmer Silver is engineered on a perfectly smooth glass flake substrate (Aluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate) for maximum specular reflection. The uniform surface enables a precise pure silver coating, creating a cleaner, brighter, and more mirror-like sparkle than conventional silver pearls based on mica.
This glass platelet structure minimizes surface irregularities that scatter light, allowing for a more direct, high-chroma reflection. The result is a distinct, premium metallic flash that elevates eye, face, and nail formulations.
Creating High-Impact Effects
With a particle size of 20–100 μm, Sterling Super Shimmer Silver is designed for striking visual impact and a sophisticated glitter aesthetic. The larger particle size boosts reflectivity while the flat, smooth glass platelets provide a surprisingly comfortable, non-gritty feel on skin.
In suspension-based liquids and gels, ensure an appropriate rheology system to prevent settling. In pressed and loose powders, its platelet geometry supports excellent laydown and adhesion, delivering a wet-look sparkle effect.
Key Formulation Benefits
- Intense Mirror-Like Sparkle: Silver-coated glass flake technology delivers superior brilliance and a true reflective finish.
- Exceptional Purity & Brightness: Clear glass substrate plus pure silver coating yields a clean, high-chroma silver effect.
- Luxurious Skin Feel: Flat, smooth platelets create a comfortable, non-gritty texture even at larger particle sizes.
- Clean Beauty Forward: TiO2-free and suitable for vegan, cruelty-free positioning.
- Versatile Application: Proven performance across eyes, face, and nail in solvent-based, anhydrous, and pressed systems.
