Cosmetics & Personal Care

Cosmetics & Personal Care manufacturing depends on a specific mix of raw materials to hit its production, cost, and quality targets. PlaxRaw supplies these materials with consistent specifications and reliable batch-to-batch supply.

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01Applications

Applications

Uses iron oxide and ultramarine pigments blended with talc/kaolin bases for foundations, blushes, and eyeshadows.

Relies on titanium dioxide and zinc oxide as physical UV filters that block and scatter sunlight on the skin.

Uses ultra-fine talc for its smooth glide and moisture-absorbing feel on sensitive skin.

Uses zinc oxide for its mild antibacterial and soothing properties in stick and cream formats.

Uses kaolin for gentle oil absorption in masks and zinc oxide for soothing, protective formulations.

MaterialRoleEstimated Share of Batch
Iron Oxide
Iron Oxide
Pigment
Provides the red, yellow, and black pigment tones used to match skin tones and create shade ranges.
1-10%
Kaolin
Kaolin
Oil absorbent/matting agent
Absorbs excess oil and gives a smooth, matte finish in powders, masks, and pressed products.
5-20%
Talc
Talc
Bulking/slip agent
Gives powders and pressed products their signature soft slip and smooth application feel.
10-40%
Titanium Dioxide
Titanium Dioxide
UV filter/white pigment
Acts as a broad-spectrum physical UV filter and the main white pigment/opacifier in makeup and sunscreens.
5-25%
Ultramarine Blue
Ultramarine Blue
Blue colorant
Supplies blue/violet shade tones used in color-correcting products and specialty eye/lip cosmetics.
<1%
Zinc Oxide
Zinc Oxide
UV filter/soothing agent
Serves as a gentle physical UV filter and soothing, mildly antibacterial ingredient in sun care and baby products.
5-20%

Bars show a quick approximate share in a general formulation for this industry — actual ratios vary by product and production line.

02Common Challenges

Common Manufacturing Challenges

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03Knowledge Center

Related Knowledge

Particle Size and Whiteness Consistency in Cosmetic Iron Oxide and TiO2

Particle Size and Whiteness Consistency in Cosmetic Iron Oxide and TiO2

Sourcing Cosmetic-Grade Kaolin vs. Industrial-Grade Material

Sourcing Cosmetic-Grade Kaolin vs. Industrial-Grade Material

Emulsion Stability in Mineral-Filter Sun Care Formulations

Emulsion Stability in Mineral-Filter Sun Care Formulations

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