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TC Carmine Pink

Professional Carmine Pearl for Intense, Luxurious Satin Finishes

INCI Name: Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Carmine, Tin Oxide

TC Carmine Pink is a high-performance cosmetic pigment delivering an intense, lustrous satin finish. Based on natural mica and colored with carmine, its fine 10–60 μm particle size ensures a smooth, attractive application ideal for creating vibrant eye shadows, lipsticks, and blushes that require a sophisticated pearlescent effect.

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Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Pressed Powder Eyeshadow
Provides a smooth, creamy texture and excellent press-ability, resulting in a vibrant, blendable shadow with a satin finish.
Lipstick & Lip Gloss Formulations
Delivers intense, buildable carmine color with a subtle satin luster, perfect for creating luxurious and comfortable lip products.
Pressed Blushes & Highlighters
Creates a radiant, natural-looking flush with a soft satin glow that is easily buildable and blends seamlessly into the skin.
Cream & Liquid Foundations
Imparts a subtle luminosity and pearlescent glow to liquid formulas, enhancing the complexion without visible sparkle.
Solvent-Based Nail Lacquers
Offers excellent suspension and dispersibility in nail polish bases, creating a classic pearl finish with rich, consistent color.
Loose Dusting & Finishing Powders
Provides a vibrant, glowing finish when used in loose powder formulations, adding a touch of radiance to the final look.

Performance & Formulation Insights for TC Carmine Pink

Achieving a Classic Satin Pearl

TC Carmine Pink utilizes a classic architecture of natural mica coated with titanium dioxide and tinted with carmine. This structure produces a sophisticated satin effect: light is softly reflected to create a gentle, pearlescent luster rather than a high-sparkle finish. The carmine delivers a deep, stable pink hue, providing reliable color targets in a wide range of formulas.

Technical Formulation Advantages

Engineered with a controlled particle size of 10–60 μm, TC Carmine Pink offers a smooth, non-gritty skin feel ideal for face, eye, and lip applications. The fine platelet distribution improves blendability, payoff, and uniform dispersion while maintaining a refined satin sheen.

Its stable composition integrates easily into anhydrous, emulsion, and powder systems, supporting consistent manufacturing and repeatable shade development.

Key Formulation Benefits

  • Intense Carmine Color: Delivers a deep, vibrant pink with excellent color stability for reliable results.
  • Luxurious Satin Finish: Creates a smooth, pearlescent glow without overt glitter or sparkle.
  • Superior Skin Feel: Fine particles enable a creamy, blendable texture across face, eye, and lip products.
  • Broad Application Versatility: Performs across pressed powders, emulsions, anhydrous systems, and nail lacquers.
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Line/Series
TC
INCI Name
Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Carmine, Tin Oxide
Physical Product Color
Pink
Color Effect
Pink, Red
Effect Type
Satin
Material Type
Natural Mica, Powder, Pure Pigments
Certifications
Natural (ISO16128)
Particle Size
10-60 μm
Applications
Eye, Face, Lip, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About TC Carmine Pink

TC Carmine Pink provides a classic satin pearl effect, which is a smooth, gentle luster with intense color, distinct from a high-sparkle or metallic finish.
No. This pigment contains Carmine (CI 75470), which is derived from the cochineal insect and is therefore not a vegan ingredient.
Yes. Carmine is an FDA-approved colorant for use in lip products in the United States and is also permitted for use in all cosmetic applications in the EU.
The particle size range for TC Carmine Pink is 10–60 μm, which contributes to its smooth texture and satin finish.
TC Carmine Pink is formulated with natural mica as its substrate.

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