{"product_id":"calcium-carbonate","title":"Essentially Natural Calcium Carbonate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n  Essentially Natural Calcium Carbonate is a fine white mineral powder used in cosmetic and personal care formulations\n  to add texture, body, slip and a smoother finish. It is especially useful in face powders, body powders, make-up,\n  creams, lotions, scrubs and rinse-off products where a soft mineral feel is wanted. This carbonate mineral blend\n  contains calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate and silica, and should be dispersed into a suitable formula rather\n  than dissolved. It is a raw formulation ingredient, not a finished cosmetic product.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  ♡ Why we love it: Calcium Carbonate is a practical mineral powder for makers who want to improve texture, opacity and\n  overall product feel. It is especially handy in powder cosmetics, scrub-style products and cream formulations where a\n  fine, smooth, natural-style mineral ingredient is useful.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eINCI Name: Dolomite\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComposition: Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate and Silica\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIngredient Type: Mineral powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForm: Fine white powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolubility: Insoluble to very poorly soluble in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTexture Profile: Fine, mineral and powdery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFunction: Mild Abrasive, Bulking Agent, Opacifier And Texture Modifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTypical Usage Rate: 0.5-30%, depending on the formulation and intended cosmetic use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfile: Mineral powder for texture, slip, adhesion, opacity, body and mild abrasive effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Suitable For: Face Powders, Body Powders, Make-Up, Creams, Lotions, Balms, Scrubs, Rinse-Off Products And Personal\n    Care Formulations\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStorage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat It's Used For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFace powders and loose mineral make-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody powders and dry cosmetic blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproving slip and adhesion in powder cosmetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupporting opacity and a softer visual finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreams and lotions where a smoother sensory profile is wanted\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalms, scrubs and rinse-off products where a fine mineral texture or mild abrasive effect is suitable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCosmetic formulas that need added body, bulk, structure or mineral texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Product Is For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormulators making powders, make-up and mineral cosmetic blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIY makers creating creams, lotions, scrubs and personal care products\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct developers wanting a fine white mineral powder for texture and opacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNatural-style cosmetic formulations needing improved slip, body or bulk\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMakers who can disperse powdered ingredients properly into finished formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Product Is Not For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect use as a finished face or body powder without formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater-only products where full dissolution is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProducts where a clear or transparent finish is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInternal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedicinal use or supplementation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUsers who cannot manage powder handling safely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    As a Powder Ingredient: Blend into face powders, body powders or mineral make-up formulas for slip, adhesion and a\n    smoother feel.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    In Creams And Lotions: Disperse thoroughly into the suitable phase of your formulation to help improve texture,\n    opacity and finish.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    In Scrubs And Rinse-Off Products: Add at a suitable level where a fine mineral texture or mild abrasive feel is\n    desired.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    As a Texture Modifier: Use to adjust opacity, body, bulk and powdery skin feel in suitable cosmetic formulations.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProcessing Tip: Add slowly and mix well to prevent clumping and uneven dispersion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Testing Tip: Make a small test batch first, as texture, drag, whiteness and skin feel depend on the full formula.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSafety Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor cosmetic formulation use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor external use only in properly formulated products\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not ingest\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not inhale powder or create airborne dust\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid contact with eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWear a mask and eye protection when handling larger quantities\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore tightly sealed and dry to prevent moisture exposure and clumping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatch test finished topical products before wider use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest final formulations for texture, stability and suitability before use or sale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Is Calcium Carbonate water soluble?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: No, it is insoluble to very poorly soluble in water and should be dispersed rather than dissolved.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: What does Calcium Carbonate do in face powders?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: It helps improve slip, adhesion, opacity, body and overall powder feel.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: What does Dolomite do in cosmetic formulas?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: It can act as a mild abrasive, bulking agent and opacifier, helping improve texture, body, opacity and overall\n  product feel.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Can Calcium Carbonate be used in creams and lotions?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: Yes, it can be used to support a smoother sensory profile when properly dispersed into a suitable formulation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Is this pure calcium carbonate only?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: No, this product is a carbonate mineral blend containing calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate and silica.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Q: Can I apply the raw powder directly to my skin?\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  A: It is best used as a formulation ingredient in a properly blended finished product, rather than applied directly as\n  a raw powder.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Essentially 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