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Iron Oxides iron combined with oxygen creates iron oxides and
can be found in nature; intense pigment Serecite Colourless mica; used alone or as an ingredient in setting powder; can also be used as a primer beneath foundation powders to aid in oil control; translucent (adds no colour); silky to the touch; reflects light, reducing the appearance of pores and wrinkles. Kaolin Clay completely natural; added to products for oil control and for those needing additional coverage; used to aid adhesion of mineral powders to skin. Ultramarine Blue a vivid blue pigment made from finely crushing the mineral lapis lazuli. Zinc Oxide a naturally occurring mineral found in limestone and dolomites; antiinflammatory; may encourage healing of skin conditions; often used in ointments because of its antiseptic / antimicrobial properties. Mica in nature, mica is found in thin crystallized sheets that are easily separated; can be dull (adding no additional shine) or shiny (for a healthy, luminous glow); adds lovely gliding properties to powders; lightreflective, helping to obscure fine lines and wrinkles.
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