Essentially Natural Calcium Carbonate

• INCI Name: Dolomite
• Composition: Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate and Silica
• Ingredient Type: Mineral powder
• Form: Fine white powder
• Solubility: Insoluble to very poorly soluble in water
• Texture Profile: Fine, mineral and powdery
• Function: Mild Abrasive, Bulking Agent, Opacifier And Texture Modifier
• Typical Usage Rate: 0.5-30%, depending on the formulation and intended cosmetic use
• Profile: Mineral powder for texture, slip, adhesion, opacity, body and mild abrasive effect
• Suitable For: Face Powders, Body Powders, Make-Up, Creams, Lotions, Balms, Scrubs, Rinse-Off Products And Personal Care Formulations
• Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight

• Face powders and loose mineral make-up
• Body powders and dry cosmetic blends
• Improving slip and adhesion in powder cosmetics
• Supporting opacity and a softer visual finish
• Creams and lotions where a smoother sensory profile is wanted
• Balms, scrubs and rinse-off products where a fine mineral texture or mild abrasive effect is suitable
• Cosmetic formulas that need added body, bulk, structure or mineral texture

This Product Is For:

• Formulators making powders, make-up and mineral cosmetic blends
• DIY makers creating creams, lotions, scrubs and personal care products
• Product developers wanting a fine white mineral powder for texture and opacity
• Natural-style cosmetic formulations needing improved slip, body or bulk
• Makers who can disperse powdered ingredients properly into finished formulas

This Product Is Not For:

• Direct use as a finished face or body powder without formulation
• Water-only products where full dissolution is required
• Products where a clear or transparent finish is needed
• Internal use
• Medicinal use or supplementation
• Users who cannot manage powder handling safely

• As a Powder Ingredient: Blend into face powders, body powders or mineral make-up formulas for slip, adhesion and a smoother feel.
• In Creams And Lotions: Disperse thoroughly into the suitable phase of your formulation to help improve texture, opacity and finish.
• In Scrubs And Rinse-Off Products: Add at a suitable level where a fine mineral texture or mild abrasive feel is desired.
• As a Texture Modifier: Use to adjust opacity, body, bulk and powdery skin feel in suitable cosmetic formulations.
• Processing Tip: Add slowly and mix well to prevent clumping and uneven dispersion.
• Testing Tip: Make a small test batch first, as texture, drag, whiteness and skin feel depend on the full formula.

• For cosmetic formulation use only
• For external use only in properly formulated products
• Do not ingest
• Do not inhale powder or create airborne dust
• Avoid contact with eyes
• Wear a mask and eye protection when handling larger quantities
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store tightly sealed and dry to prevent moisture exposure and clumping
• Patch test finished topical products before wider use
• Test final formulations for texture, stability and suitability before use or sale

Q: Is Calcium Carbonate water soluble?
A: No, it is insoluble to very poorly soluble in water and should be dispersed rather than dissolved.

Q: What does Calcium Carbonate do in face powders?
A: It helps improve slip, adhesion, opacity, body and overall powder feel.

Q: What does Dolomite do in cosmetic formulas?
A: It can act as a mild abrasive, bulking agent and opacifier, helping improve texture, body, opacity and overall product feel.

Q: Can Calcium Carbonate be used in creams and lotions?
A: Yes, it can be used to support a smoother sensory profile when properly dispersed into a suitable formulation.

Q: Is this pure calcium carbonate only?
A: No, this product is a carbonate mineral blend containing calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate and silica.

Q: Can I apply the raw powder directly to my skin?
A: It is best used as a formulation ingredient in a properly blended finished product, rather than applied directly as a raw powder.