Extender Pigment, Texturizer – Micromica MK-K-C Series

Next-generation talc alternative for clean and transparent beauty formulations.
Delivers smooth sensory feel, shine control, and safe, eco-friendly performance in skincare and color cosmetics.

Eco-Friendly Talc Replacement with Silky Texture and High Transparency

Micromica MK-K-C (4–5 μm) is a highly transparent, environmentally friendly extender pigment with scale-like particles designed to replace talc in a wide range of makeup formulations. As part of the Micromica MK-K series, this powder imparts a silky skin feel, excellent spreadability, and a natural matte finish – without leaving any whitening effect.

Recommended for powder foundations, pressed powders, lipsticks, and eyeshadows, Micromica MK-K-C enables cleaner beauty solutions while enhancing product aesthetics and skin compatibility. It is asbestos-free, low in heavy metals, and supports the demand for safe and sustainable cosmetic ingredients.

Our product variants:

  • Micromica MK-100K-C: substitute for talc.
  • Micromica MK-200K-C: substitute for natural sericite
  • Micromica MK-300K-C: substitute to natural and synthetic mica

NAGASE supplies Micromica MK-K-C globally for makeup and skincare applications – with full regulatory support and tailored logistics solutions.

Applications

Micromica MK-K-C is ideal for cosmetic formulations that require a talc-free, transparent, and silky base.

  • Powder foundations with improved smoothness and natural finish
  • Pressed powders for matte coverage and soft touch
  • Lipsticks with enhanced spreadability and texture
  • Eye shadows requiring high purity and stability
  • Skincare/makeup hybrids focusing on clean beauty

Features

Micromica MK-K-C offers high transparency, talc-like functionality, and improved safety for advanced cosmetic formulations.

  • Substitute for talc – Ideal for clean, modern cosmetic formulations
  • Silky skin feel – Enhances the sensory quality of makeup products
  • High transparency – Maintains natural skin tone without whitening
  • Asbestos-free and low in heavy metals – Clean and safe for skin
  • Eco-friendly – Compliant with sustainable beauty standards

Additional Information

INCI Names:
Magnesium Potassium Fluorosilicate

Territories:
EMEA

Certifications:

  • China Compliant

Frequently Asked Questions about Micromica MK-K-C Series

What is Micromica MK-K-C used for in cosmetics?
It is used as an eco-friendly, high-transparency substitute for talc in foundations, powders, lipsticks, and eyeshadows.

Why is Micromica MK-K-C a better alternative to talc?
Unlike talc, it is asbestos-free, low in heavy metals, and more environmentally responsible while delivering similar texture and performance.

Does Micromica MK-K-C provide a natural finish?
Yes, thanks to its high transparency and silky texture, it blends seamlessly into the skin without producing any whitening effect.

Can it be used in clean beauty or vegan formulations?
Absolutely. Its eco-friendly composition and lack of animal-derived components make it suitable for clean and vegan cosmetics.

Is this ingredient safe for long-term skin contact?
Yes, it is rigorously tested, asbestos-free, and offers low impurity content, making it a safe choice for daily-use products.

Personal Care

Harmonie Magniez
for customers in France

Grace Wong, Maiko Ohashi
for EU customers outside France