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Mica: is it comedogenic? What it does in skincare

INCI name: Mica

Acne verdict Fine

Not a known pore-clogger

  • ComedogenicNo published rating
  • IrritancyNo published rating

What it does

Mineral powder that adds shimmer, glow and a silky feel.

  • Opacifying

Mica in plain English

Mica is a natural mineral ground into thin, shiny flakes. It gives makeup and skin care a soft glow or shimmer and helps powders feel silky. It sits on top of the skin and is not known to clog pores.

Is mica bad for acne?

Not based on the evidence we have. Mica is not a known pore-clogger. Our checker rates it as fine for acne-prone skin, so judge by how your own skin reacts.

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Also called

  • Mica
  • Ci 77019
  • Mica powder
  • Muscovite

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Frequently asked questions

Is mica comedogenic?

There is no published comedogenic rating for mica in Fulton's 1989 table, and it is not known as a pore-clogger.

What does mica do in skincare?

In short: mineral powder that adds shimmer, glow and a silky feel. In formulas it is used for opacifying.

What else is mica called on ingredient labels?

On ingredient lists, mica can also appear as Ci 77019, Mica powder or Muscovite.

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