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TC Ruby Red

Superior Satin Pearl for Rich, Lustrous Red Cosmetics

INCI Name: Mica (CI 77019), Iron Oxides (CI 77491)

TC Ruby Red is a high-performance satin pearl pigment designed for intense, lustrous color payoff in cosmetic manufacturing. Composed of natural mica coated with iron oxides, this ruby red powder has a versatile 10–60 μm particle size that creates a smooth, attractive finish. It is ideal for adding rich, opaque color to eyeshadows, lipsticks, and nail lacquers, and is certified TiO2-free, vegan, and cruelty-free.

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Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Pressed Powder Eyeshadows
Provides excellent press-ability and adhesion, delivering a high-impact, true red satin finish with minimal fallout.
Cream-to-Powder Blushes
Blends seamlessly into cream and anhydrous formulas, offering a smooth application and a vibrant, buildable flush of color.
Satin & Cream Finish Lipsticks
Delivers rich, opaque red color with a subtle luster, creating a comfortable, long-wearing, and visually dimensional lip.
Solvent-Based Nail Lacquers
Offers excellent suspension and dispersibility in nail polish bases for a consistent, streak-free application and a classic satin-metallic red.
Liquid & Gel Eyeliners
Creates a bold, continuous line of rich red color with a sophisticated satin sheen, suitable for dramatic eye looks.
Loose Pigment & Finishing Powders
Functions as a high-purity loose colorant that can be used alone or mixed into other media for customizable color effects.

Performance & Formulation Insights for TC Ruby Red

Engineering an Intense, True Red Satin

TC Ruby Red achieves its deep ruby hue through a dense coating of Iron Oxides (CI 77491) on a natural mica substrate. With a high pigment concentration (41–49%), it delivers exceptional opacity and color saturation, producing a true-to-color satin effect without the high sparkle associated with larger particle pearls.

The carefully engineered coating uniformity results in a sophisticated, modern finish that balances coverage and luster—ideal for premium color cosmetics across eyes, lips, face, and nails.

The Advantage of a Controlled Particle Size

With a particle size range of 10–60 μm, TC Ruby Red is optimized for versatility and a premium skin feel. The range is large enough to impart a noticeable pearlescent sheen while remaining fine enough for a smooth, non-gritty application.

This balance promotes excellent blendability in pressed and loose powders, as well as stable suspension and uniform laydown in liquid and gel systems—supporting consistent, high-quality results across formats.

Key Formulation Benefits

  • Intense Color Saturation: The high iron oxide content provides rich, opaque red color for impactful formulations.
  • Smooth Satin Finish: Offers a refined, lustrous satin effect—an elegant alternative to matte or high-sparkle finishes.
  • Clean Beauty Compliant: TiO2-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and aligned with Natural (ISO 16128) classification.
  • Broad Application Versatility: Performs across anhydrous, water-based, and solvent-based systems for eyes, face, lips, and nails.
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Line/Series
TC
INCI Name
Mica (CI 77019), Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Physical Product Color
Red
Color Effect
Red
Effect Type
Satin
Material Type
Natural Mica, Powder
Certifications
Natural (ISO16128), TiO2 Free, Vegan & Cruelty Free
Particle Size
10-60 μm
Applications
Eye, Face, Lip, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About TC Ruby Red

Its intense ruby red color comes from a high concentration of Iron Oxides (CI 77491) coated onto a natural mica base.
Yes. Both mica and iron oxides are globally approved and considered safe for use in lip products such as lipsticks and glosses.
It provides a smooth, elegant satin finish with a subtle luster—rich color without being overly glittery or matte.
Absolutely. It is TiO2-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and aligned with Natural (ISO 16128) classification, making it ideal for clean beauty formulations.
The versatile particle size range ensures a smooth, non-gritty feel while delivering good coverage and a noticeable pearlescent effect—suitable for pressed powders, creams, and liquid formulas.
Yes. It suspends well in solvent-based nail lacquers and gel systems, providing an opaque and consistent satin red finish.

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