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Nautica Black Iron Oxide

Nautica Black Iron Oxide

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Size: 100g
INCI: Iron oxide - black CI77499

Nautica Black Iron Oxide is a cosmetic-grade black mineral colourant used to add deep, earthy tones to a wide range of DIY and formulated products. Unlike brighter pigments or dyes, iron oxides create more muted, natural-looking shades, which makes them especially useful in products where a grounded colour palette is preferred. This black oxide can be used on its own or blended with other iron oxides to create custom tones, and titanium dioxide can be used to lighten the final shade. It is an insoluble powdered colourant intended for cosmetic formulation use.

♡ Why we love it: Black iron oxide is one of those dependable colour tools that gives formulators a lot of control. It is especially handy when you want to deepen, mute, or balance other shades without tipping into an artificial-looking finish.

Also available in Sample Sizes.

This product is certified: Vegan.

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  • Colour Index: CI 77499
  • Ingredients: Black iron oxide
  • Form: Powdered cosmetic colourant
  • Solubility: Insoluble
  • Suitable For: Cosmetic formulation use only
  • 100% pure
  • Certified cosmetic grade
  • Approved for use in all types of cosmetics
  • Synthetically produced in compliance with cosmetic and personal care regulations
  • Magnetic
  • Colour soaps, bath bombs, and bath salts
  • Add depth to lotions, shower gels, and shampoos
  • Create earthy, muted, and natural-looking tones
  • Blend with red, yellow, and brown iron oxides for custom shades
  • Lighten with titanium dioxide to create softer grey or muted tones
  • Use in a wide range of DIY cosmetic and personal care projects

    This Product Is For:

  • Formulators creating earthy or natural-looking colour palettes
  • Makers colouring soaps, bath products, and cosmetics
  • Anyone building custom shades with mineral pigments
  • This Product Is Not For:

  • Direct use without proper dispersion
  • Formulas that require a water-soluble colourant
  • Anyone looking for bright, neon, or highly vivid colour results
  • As a Cosmetic Colourant: Disperse into your formulation using a method suited to the product type and base.
  • As a Shade Adjuster: Add in small amounts to deepen other colours or mute brighter tones.
  • As a Blend Pigment: Combine with other iron oxides to create a wider range of natural-looking shades.
  • Processing Tip: Start low and build gradually, as black oxide can quickly dominate a colour blend.
  • For cosmetic formulation use only
  • Do not ingest
  • Avoid inhaling the powder
  • Avoid contact with eyes
  • Wear suitable protective gear when handling fine powders
  • Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place

Q: Will black iron oxide create a bright true black?
A: It usually creates a deeper, earthier tone rather than a bright or intensely vivid black.

For Your Safety

This natural product is for external use only. Please exercise caution and do not ingest or take internally. Store away from children, animals, sunlight and heat. If pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult with your medical care-giver before use.

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