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Motoka Copper is a beautiful shimmer brown red pigment. Our popular mica powder is ideal for DIY craft use, such as, epoxy, resin, woodworking, pen blanks, plastics, slime, watercolors, cosmetics, fishing lures, bath bombs, jewelry, melt and pour, lip balm, acrylic, polish, candle making, and MUCH more.
Immerse in the deep tones of our Pine Green, reminiscent of tranquil forests. This pigment is a true representation of the serene pine shade, a must-have for artisans seeking to evoke nature's tranquility.
Whether crafting serene art canvases or elegant jewelry, Pine Green adds a touch of nature's charm. Perfect for a plethora of projects including epoxy resin, acrylic painting, jewelry, and more. Also ideal for slime, bath bombs, melt & pour, plastics, and candle making.
Dive into natural beauty with Pine Green.
- MULTIPURPOSE PURPLE MICA POWDER VARIETY PACK – A small sample of our purple pigment line and with some of our top sellers in the set!! This mica mineral powder set is ideal for DIY craft use, such as woodworking, resin art, plastics, slime making, powder-coating, homemade bath bombs and jewelry, melt & pour, lip balm, acrylic painting, screen printing, candle making, and more.
- ULTRA-FINE PURITY – Eye Candy mica pearls microns vary in size in this pack to better blend with resins, lacquer, epoxy, nail polish, latex, cosmetics, automotive paint, lotions, creams, polymer clay, varnishes, glazes, and other personal use items.
- ULTIMATE CRAFTING VERSALITY – Each color comes in (5) grams totaling (50) grams of Eye Candy Mica pearls which are made with the finest Mica, Titanium Dioxide. This is a great pack to have! Features colors such as Jasmine, Sunfire Violet, Barney Purple, Kanpanyura, Kawachi Fuji, Purple Sage, Dark Ube, Suiren Violet, Purple Garden, and Rainbow Violet.
- SAFE, NON-TOXIC, CRUELTY FREE – Our colors are stain-free but highly recommend using POLYSORBATE 80 for those making bath bombs, gentle on skin, and won’t cause irritation. As with any additive, always test a small area before full use to ensure it’s allergy safe.
- UNBEATABLE QUALITY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE - Unbeatable Quality and Customer Service – Eye Candy mica pearls are backed by superior quality assurance, purity, and fast, responsive support. Contact us with any questions or concerns to get reliable service you can count on.
CALCULATIONS FOR MIXING OF OUR PIGMENTS
This is the most frequently question asked and rightfully so!! Unfortunately there's no standard calculation when mixing pigments due to the numerous applications, and mediums that our pigments can be used with. I.E. Automotive, Epoxy, Resin, Slime, Candles, Soaps, Fishing Lures, Woodworking, Pen Blanks, Acrylic, Varnish, Clay, Grout, Flooring, Countertops, Cosmetics, Fingernail Polish, etc. the list goes on.
Other factors are based on the customer. What is the desired look that you're trying to achieve, opaque or transparency?
Our standard for epoxy resin or automotive has been (1) container of our 50 gram pigment powder for every gallon. But, we have seen customers use MUCH less!!
Starting out with 1g of pigment per 8 oz would be a safe start while adding more pigment as needed to achieve your desired outcome.
ALWAYS TEST BEFORE FULL APPLICATION
DESCRIPTION
Daitoku Purple is a purple based bright purple violet pigment and part of our Glow Series line.
Expose the Glow in the Dark pigments to light in order to charge the pigments.
GLOW TIME PER CHARGE - Unlike other brands, our Glow in the Dark pigments should last 8-10 hours per charge.
Mixing other pigments with the Glow in the Dark pigments will work BUT they will significantly decrease the ability to glow.
Compared to normal pigments, Glow in the Dark pigments have a heavier density and requires a smaller jar which may make it appear there's less.
Glow in the Dark mica powder is ideal for DIY craft use, such as, epoxy, resin, woodworking, pen blanks, plastics, slime, watercolors, cosmetics, fishing lures, bath bombs, jewelry, melt and pour, acrylic, polish, candle making, and MUCH more.
INGREDIENTS & PARTICLE SIZE
Particle size 30-50 μm
Ingredients Strontium Aluminate, Polyurethane-11, Maganese Violet
Heat Threshold 752 °F - 1112 °F
MIXING TIPS FOR GLOW IN THE DARK
Are you having a difficult time mixing the pigments or just find yourself stirring and stirring? Or even worse, finding tiny specs in your finished product? This is mostly the cause of not mixing and breaking down the pigment enough.
Due to the granular nature of specialty pigments such as neons, glow in the dark, etc. these pigments are typically a little more difficult mix and breakdown.
If this is the case, place the pigments in a small cup, use denatured alcohol and wet the pigments, stir until it has a consistency of a paste. Stir until they break down.
Although this video shows neon pigments, the same process can be used for Glow in the Dark pigments. HERE
ADDITIONAL DATA
| Product Type | Mica |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Soaps | Yes |
| Epoxy Resin | Yes |
| Acrylic | Yes |
| FDA-Permitted for External Use | Yes |
| FDA-Permitted for Eye Area Use | No |
| FDA-Permitted for General (Including Lips) Use | No |
| FDA-Permitted for Bath Bombs Use | No |
NOTE: External use applies to facial make up and nail polish. Bath Bombs fall under the Lips category.
We are always asked if our pigments can be used for cosmetic purposes. Below you will find some additional information on FDA Regulations.
FDA: Fact Sheet: Color Additives and Cosmetics
FDA: Color Additives Permitted for Use In Cosmetics
EPOXY RATIOS
| Epoxy | 2 grams per 8 ounces |
The most common question that we receive is "How much pigment per gallon of epoxy?". This is a very valid question and unfortunately there is no set answer due to the numerous types of applications and variations. This is why we recommend the 2 grams per 8 oz and add as desired.
For example:
- Are you looking for an opaque or transparent look?
- Lighter colors may take more pigment to achieve the color.
Why micron sizes matter:
- PLEASE be aware of the micron sizes of the pigment. The larger the micron, the larger the particle.
- Typical pigments average 10-60um.
- Be aware that larger micron sized pigments will most likely have a heavier density which will cause the pigment to sink faster in fresh epoxy such as deep pours.
- For example, our Icicle or 14k Nugget Gold is 200-700um and will most likely sink in fresh epoxy faster.
- To alleviate sinking either let the epoxy settle up a little bit. Or, come back through your project to "stir" it a little more.
SOAPS RATIOS
| Soap - Cold process | 2 tsp per lb of oils |
| Soap - Hot process | ½ tsp lb of MP base |
NOTE: Due to the white MP base, it will always create a pastel color.
AUTOMOTIVE / REMOVABLE PAINT RATIOS
DO NOT use for these applications. Neon pigments are not UV resistant and will fade over time under constant UV (sun) exposure.
ACRYLIC POURING RATIOS
INDUSTRIAL, PLASTICS, & GLASS COATINGS RATIOS
| Vinyl Wrap And Plastic Films | 5-10% By Weight |
| Plastic Bottles | 1-2% By Weight |
| Masterbatch | 10-30% By Weight |
| Plastic Resins | 0.2-0.5% By Weight |
| Rubber Polymers And Latex | 5-15% By Weight |
| Glass | 1-10% By Weight |
| Candles | 5-10% By Weight |
GRAPHIC INKS & SCREEN PRINTING RATIOS
| Flexographic Inks (Packing Materials) | 15-25% By Weight |
| Offset Printing Ink | 5-10% By Weight |
| Screen Printing And Screen Inks | 10-30% By Weight |
| Textile Printing And Textile Inks And Pastes | 5-10% By Weight |
| Gravure Inks | 5-15% By Weight |
COSMETICS RATIOS
| Nail Polish | 5-25% By Weight |
FIREARMS (CERAKOTE) RATIOS
Our pigments can be used for both Cerakote and KG Gunkote clears. Below is just some references.
- 5 grams of pigment per 4oz
- Typically recommend a black base. For light colored pigments such as yellows, pinks, etc. you may want to try a light colored base. ALWAYS test before full application.
- 3 coats for full saturation. Some colors may require less.
- Stay with pigments with a 10-60um micron size. All particle sizes are listed on our product pages or you can find it on our Pigment Information List HERE.
- Recommend using a .80 spray nozzle. Some use 1.0 for clears.
REQUEST SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
To request a safety data sheet, please contact us here: Jeff@eyecandycustomz.com
ALWAYS TEST BEFORE FULL APPLICATION
DESCRIPTION
Cosmic Red is a beautiful bright red orange pigment and part of our Neon Series line. Our popular mica powder is ideal for DIY craft use, such as, epoxy, resin, woodworking, pen blanks, plastics, slime, watercolors, cosmetics, fishing lures, bath bombs, jewelry, melt and pour, lip balm, acrylic, polish, candle making, and MUCH more.
INGREDIENTS & PARTICLE SIZE
Particle size 1-5 μm
Ingredients Polyurethane-11, Red 28, Yellow 5
Heat Threshold 500 °F
MIXING TIPS FOR NEONS
Are you having a difficult time mixing the pigments or just find yourself stirring and stirring? Or even worse, finding tiny specs in your finished product? This is mostly the cause of not mixing and breaking down the pigment enough.
Due to the granular nature of specialty pigments such as neons, glow in the dark, etc. these pigments are typically a little more difficult mix and breakdown.
If this is the case, place the pigments in a small cup, use denatured alcohol and wet the pigments, stir until it has a consistency of a paste. Stir until they break down.
We also have a very short video showing the process HERE
ADDITIONAL DATA
| Product Type | Mica |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Soaps | Yes |
| Epoxy Resin | Yes |
| Acrylic | No |
| FDA-Permitted for External Use | No |
| FDA-Permitted for Eye Area Use | No |
| FDA-Permitted for General (Including Lips) Use | No |
| FDA-Permitted for Bath Bombs Use | No |
We are always asked if our pigments can be used for cosmetic purposes. Below you will find some additional information on FDA Regulations.
FDA: Fact Sheet: Color Additives and Cosmetics
FDA: Color Additives Permitted for Use In Cosmetics
EPOXY RATIOS
| Epoxy | 2 grams per 8 ounces |
The most common question that we receive is "How much pigment per gallon of epoxy?". This is a very valid question and unfortunately there is no set answer due to the numerous types of applications and variations. This is why we recommend the 2 grams per 8 oz and add as desired.
For example:
- Are you looking for an opaque or transparent look?
- Lighter colors may take more pigment to achieve the color.
Why micron sizes matter:
- PLEASE be aware of the micron sizes of the pigment. The larger the micron, the larger the particle.
- Typical pigments average 10-60um.
- Be aware that larger micron sized pigments will most likely have a heavier density which will cause the pigment to sink faster in fresh epoxy such as deep pours.
- For example, our Icicle or 14k Nugget Gold is 200-700um and will most likely sink in fresh epoxy faster.
- To alleviate sinking either let the epoxy settle up a little bit. Or, come back through your project to "stir" it a little more.
SOAPS RATIOS
| Soap - Cold process | 2 tsp per lb of oils |
| Soap - Hot process | ½ tsp lb of MP base |
NOTE: Due to the white MP base, it will always create a pastel color.
AUTOMOTIVE / REMOVABLE PAINT RATIOS
DO NOT use for these applications. Neon pigments are not UV resistant and will fade over time under constant UV (sun) exposure.
ACRYLIC POURING RATIOS
INDUSTRIAL, PLASTICS, & GLASS COATINGS RATIOS
| Vinyl Wrap And Plastic Films | 5-10% By Weight |
| Plastic Bottles | 1-2% By Weight |
| Masterbatch | 10-30% By Weight |
| Plastic Resins | 0.2-0.5% By Weight |
| Rubber Polymers And Latex | 5-15% By Weight |
| Glass | 1-10% By Weight |
| Candles | 5-10% By Weight |
GRAPHIC INKS & SCREEN PRINTING RATIOS
| Flexographic Inks (Packing Materials) | 15-25% By Weight |
| Offset Printing Ink | 5-10% By Weight |
| Screen Printing And Screen Inks | 10-30% By Weight |
| Textile Printing And Textile Inks And Pastes | 5-10% By Weight |
| Gravure Inks | 5-15% By Weight |
COSMETICS RATIOS
| Nail Polish | 5-25% By Weight |
FIREARMS (CERAKOTE) RATIOS
Our pigments can be used for both Cerakote and KG Gunkote clears. Below is just some references.
- 5 grams of pigment per 4oz
- Typically recommend a black base. For light colored pigments such as yellows, pinks, etc. you may want to try a light colored base. ALWAYS test before full application.
- 3 coats for full saturation. Some colors may require less.
- Stay with pigments with a 10-60um micron size. All particle sizes are listed on our product pages or you can find it on our Pigment Information List HERE.
- Recommend using a .80 spray nozzle. Some use 1.0 for clears.
REQUEST SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
To request a safety data sheet, please contact us here: Jeff@eyecandycustomz.com
Immerse in the elegance of Red Rose, a subtle pale red pigment reminiscent of a blossoming rose garden.
Ideal for adding a touch of romance to your epoxy resin pieces, enlivening acrylic paintings, creating charming slime, crafting fizzing bath bombs, designing bespoke jewelry, simplifying melt & pour projects, enhancing durable plastics, and imbuing candles with floral hues.
DESCRIPTION
Glimmer Ghost Red is a WHITE based pigment that has red hues but drastically changes color over dark bases.
Ghost pigments perform differently in various applications so please look below in the drop down boxes for additional information.
Are Ghost pigments the same as Interference pigments? Yes. The perform exactly the same.
Want to know what a Ghost / Interference Pigment is and does? Here's one of our blogs > HERE
What are the differences between Ghost, Glimmer Ghost, and Galactic Ghost? Easy answer! The colors remain the same only the size of the particles are different.
| Ghost Series | 10-60um (microns) |
| Glimmer Series | 40-200um (microns) |
| Galactic Series | 200-800um (microns) |
Our popular mica powder is ideal for DIY craft use, such as, epoxy, resin, woodworking, pen blanks, plastics, slime, watercolors, cosmetics, fishing lures, bath bombs, jewelry, melt and pour, lip balm, acrylic, polish, candle making, and MUCH more.
INGREDIENTS & PARTICLE SIZE
Particle size 40-200 μm
Ingredients Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide, Tin Dioxide
Heat Threshold 1000 °F - 1832 °F
ADDITIONAL DATA
| Product Type | Mica |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Soaps | Yes |
| Epoxy Resin | Yes |
| Acrylic | Yes |
| FDA-Permitted for External Use | Yes |
| FDA-Permitted for Eye Area Use | Yes |
| FDA-Permitted for General (Including Lips) Use | Yes |
| FDA-Permitted for Bath Bombs Use | Yes |
EPOXY RATIOS
| Epoxy | 2 grams per 8 ounces |
The most common question that we receive is "How much pigment per gallon of epoxy?". This is a very valid question and unfortunately there is no set answer due to the numerous types of applications and variations. This is why we recommend the 2 grams per 8 oz and add as desired.
For example:
- Are you looking for an opaque or transparent look?
- Lighter colors may take more pigment to achieve the color.
Why micron sizes matter:
- PLEASE be aware of the micron sizes of the pigment. The larger the micron, the larger the particle.
- Typical pigments average 10-60um.
- Be aware that larger micron sized pigments will most likely have a heavier density which will cause the pigment to sink faster in fresh epoxy such as deep pours.
- For example, our Icicle or 14k Nugget Gold is 200-700um and will most likely sink in fresh epoxy faster.
- To alleviate sinking either let the epoxy settle up a little bit. Or, come back through your project to "stir" it a little more.
SOAPS RATIOS
| Soap - Cold process | 2 tsp per lb of oils |
| Soap - Hot process | ½ tsp lb of MP base |
AUTOMOTIVE / REMOVABLE PAINT RATIOS
| Peelable Automotive Coatings (Plasti Dip, HaloEFX, P1Coatings, Pro Line, Autoflex, Etc.) | 50 Grams Per Gallon |
| Standard Automotive Clears | 25 Grams Per Quart |
| Appliance Paint And Coatings | 25 Grams Per Quart |
| Architectural Coatings (Interior And Exterior) | 10-20% By Weight |
| Wall Paper And Other Architectural Paper Coatings | 1-5% By Weight |
IMPORTANT! - If you are spraying this pigment, we recommend spraying it over a white base BUT can be lightly sprayed over other colors for a slight hue of the ghost color. ALWAYS TEST BEFORE FULL APPLICATION!
Peelable Coatings:
- The majority of our pigments can be sprayed through a 1.2 tip
- Be aware of the micron size. The larger the particle you may have to go to a larger tip.
- The pigments can be mixed with the base color or mixed into the clear and sprayed over the base color.
- The base color may impact the overall color of the pigment.
- Light colored pigments yellows, pinks, etc., we recommend using a white base or a like colored base.
- Dark colored pigments, we recommend using a black or dark colored base
Automotive Paint:
- The majority of our pigments can and have been used for automotive.
- The majority of our pigments can be sprayed through a 1.2 tip
- Three ways to use our pigments for spraying:
- Mix directly into the base color to create a unique blend
- Mix and spray with your mid clear over the base color
- Mix and spray with your top coat. Typically we do not recommend this due to the possibilities of striping. Also, we use the top coat as a UV protector or possible sanding of the top coat, etc.
ACRYLIC POURING RATIOS
INDUSTRIAL, PLASTICS, & GLASS COATINGS RATIOS
| Vinyl Wrap And Plastic Films | 5-10% By Weight |
| Plastic Bottles | 1-2% By Weight |
| Masterbatch | 10-30% By Weight |
| Plastic Resins | 0.2-0.5% By Weight |
| Rubber Polymers And Latex | 5-15% By Weight |
| Glass | 1-10% By Weight |
| Candles | 5-10% By Weight |
GRAPHIC INKS & SCREEN PRINTING RATIOS
| Flexographic Inks (Packing Materials) | 15-25% By Weight |
| Offset Printing Ink | 5-10% By Weight |
| Screen Printing And Screen Inks | 10-30% By Weight |
| Textile Printing And Textile Inks And Pastes | 5-10% By Weight |
| Gravure Inks | 5-15% By Weight |
COSMETICS RATIOS
| Lotions | 1-5% By Weight |
| Lipstick And Pigmented Lipgloss | 5-10% By Weight |
| Eyeshadow | 15-80% By Weight |
| Nail Polish | 5-25% By Weight |
| Shampoo | 0.1-2% By Weight |
FIREARMS (CERAKOTE) RATIOS
Our pigments can be used for both Cerakote and KG Gunkote clears. Below is just some references.
- 5 grams of pigment per 4oz
- Typically recommend a black base. For light colored pigments such as yellows, pinks, etc. you may want to try a light colored base. ALWAYS test before full application.
- 3 coats for full saturation. Some colors may require less.
- Stay with pigments with a 10-60um micron size. All particle sizes are listed on our product pages or you can find it on our Pigment Information List HERE.
- Recommend using a .80 spray nozzle. Some use 1.0 for clears.
REQUEST SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
To request a safety data sheet, please contact us here: Jeff@eyecandycustomz.com
Kinkaku-ji Yellow brings a striking flash of yellow, enriching your creations with its vibrant hue. A market favorite for its rich color saturation, it's an essential for those seeking the perfect yellow.
Ideal for epoxy resin art, a standout in acrylic painting, essential for captivating slime and bath bombs, a gem for jewelry makers, seamless in melt & pour soap, key for plastics, and a bright spark in candle making.
- MULTIPURPOSE COPPER BRONZE MICA POWDER VARIETY PACK – A perfect sample of our Copper and Bronze pigment line and with some of our top sellers in the set!! This mica mineral powder set is ideal for DIY craft use, such as woodworking, resin art, plastics, slime making, homemade bath bombs and jewelry, melt & pour, lip balm, acrylic painting, screen printing, candle making, and more.
- ULTRA-FINE PURITY – Eye Candy mica pearls microns vary in size in this pack to better blend with resins, lacquer, epoxy, nail polish, latex, cosmetics, automotive paint, lotions, creams, polymer clay, varnishes, glazes, and other personal use items.
- ULTIMATE CRAFTING VERSALITY – Each color comes in (2) or (5) grams sets of Eye Candy Mica pearls which are made with the finest ingredients. This is a great pack to have! Features colors such as Yasuya Copper, Penny Copper, Shinba Copper, Shu Copper, Aki Copper, Kiwi Copper, Iwa Copper, Motoka Bronze, Vibrant Bronze, Seidou Bronze, Aki Bronze, Bronze, and Kaiya Bronze.
- SAFE, NON-TOXIC, CRUELTY FREE – Our colors are stain-free but highly recommend using POLYSORBATE 80 for those making bath bombs, gentle on skin, and won’t cause irritation. As with any additive, always test a small area before full use to ensure it’s allergy safe.
- UNBEATABLE QUALITY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE - Unbeatable Quality and Customer Service – Eye Candy mica pearls are backed by superior quality assurance, purity, and fast, responsive support. Contact us with any questions or concerns to get reliable service you can count on.
CALCULATIONS FOR MIXING OF OUR PIGMENTS
This is the most frequently question asked and rightfully so!! Unfortunately there's no standard calculation when mixing pigments due to the numerous applications, and mediums that our pigments can be used with. I.E. Automotive, Epoxy, Resin, Slime, Candles, Soaps, Fishing Lures, Woodworking, Pen Blanks, Acrylic, Varnish, Clay, Grout, Flooring, Countertops, Cosmetics, Fingernail Polish, etc. the list goes on.
Other factors are based on the customer. What is the desired look that you're trying to achieve, opaque or transparency?
Our standard for epoxy resin or automotive has been (1) container of our 50 gram pigment powder for every gallon. But, we have seen customers use MUCH less!!
Starting out with 1g of pigment per 8 oz would be a safe start while adding more pigment as needed to achieve your desired outcome.
Introducing Wasabi Green, a luster green pigment that radiates vibrancy. Perfect for those projects that need a pop of brilliance.
Ideal for artisans aiming to achieve a unique shine in their creations. Whether you're crafting jewelry, art pieces, or home decors, its lustrous finish captivates. Suitable for epoxy resin, acrylic painting, jewelry, and more.
Also, an excellent choice for slime, bath bombs, melt & pour, plastics, and candle making. Let your imagination soar with Wasabi Green.
Indian Red, an exquisite iridescent red with delicate pinkish undertones, elevates any project. Ideal for creating stunning epoxy resin art, enhancing acrylic paintings, or giving slime and bath bombs a luxurious twist.
Its rich hue is perfect for jewelry making, stands out in melt & pour soap crafting, fortifies plastics, and infuses candle making with its romantic glow. Unleash creativity with this versatile pigment.
Kobe Luminarie captivates with its iridescent red shimmer, ideal for artisans and DIY enthusiasts.
Elevate the charm of epoxy resin crafts, impart vibrancy to acrylic paintings, add sparkle to slime and bath bombs, or create stunning jewelry. It’s superb for melt & pour soap, reinforcing plastics, or lending a warm glow to candle making. An all-around pigment for your creative ventures.
ALWAYS TEST BEFORE FULL APPLICATION
DESCRIPTION
Firebird Red is a beautiful bright red pink pigment and part of our Neon Series line. Our popular mica powder is ideal for DIY craft use, such as, epoxy, resin, woodworking, pen blanks, plastics, slime, watercolors, cosmetics, fishing lures, bath bombs, jewelry, melt and pour, lip balm, acrylic, polish, candle making, and MUCH more.
INGREDIENTS & PARTICLE SIZE
Particle size 1-5 μm
Ingredients Polyurethane-11, Red 28
Heat Threshold 500 °F
MIXING TIPS FOR NEONS
Are you having a difficult time mixing the pigments or just find yourself stirring and stirring? Or even worse, finding tiny specs in your finished product? This is mostly the cause of not mixing and breaking down the pigment enough.
Due to the granular nature of specialty pigments such as neons, glow in the dark, etc. these pigments are typically a little more difficult mix and breakdown.
If this is the case, place the pigments in a small cup, use denatured alcohol and wet the pigments, stir until it has a consistency of a paste. Stir until they break down.
We also have a very short video showing the process HERE
ADDITIONAL DATA
| Product Type | Mica |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Soaps | Yes |
| Epoxy Resin | Yes |
| Acrylic | No |
| FDA-Permitted for External Use | No |
| FDA-Permitted for Eye Area Use | No |
| FDA-Permitted for General (Including Lips) Use | No |
| FDA-Permitted for Bath Bombs Use | No |
We are always asked if our pigments can be used for cosmetic purposes. Below you will find some additional information on FDA Regulations.
FDA: Fact Sheet: Color Additives and Cosmetics
FDA: Color Additives Permitted for Use In Cosmetics
EPOXY RATIOS
| Epoxy | 2 grams per 8 ounces |
The most common question that we receive is "How much pigment per gallon of epoxy?". This is a very valid question and unfortunately there is no set answer due to the numerous types of applications and variations. This is why we recommend the 2 grams per 8 oz and add as desired.
For example:
- Are you looking for an opaque or transparent look?
- Lighter colors may take more pigment to achieve the color.
Why micron sizes matter:
- PLEASE be aware of the micron sizes of the pigment. The larger the micron, the larger the particle.
- Typical pigments average 10-60um.
- Be aware that larger micron sized pigments will most likely have a heavier density which will cause the pigment to sink faster in fresh epoxy such as deep pours.
- For example, our Icicle or 14k Nugget Gold is 200-700um and will most likely sink in fresh epoxy faster.
- To alleviate sinking either let the epoxy settle up a little bit. Or, come back through your project to "stir" it a little more.
SOAPS RATIOS
| Soap - Cold process | 2 tsp per lb of oils |
| Soap - Hot process | ½ tsp lb of MP base |
NOTE: Due to the white MP base, it will always create a pastel color.
AUTOMOTIVE / REMOVABLE PAINT RATIOS
DO NOT use for these applications. Neon pigments are not UV resistant and will fade over time under constant UV (sun) exposure.
ACRYLIC POURING RATIOS
INDUSTRIAL, PLASTICS, & GLASS COATINGS RATIOS
| Vinyl Wrap And Plastic Films | 5-10% By Weight |
| Plastic Bottles | 1-2% By Weight |
| Masterbatch | 10-30% By Weight |
| Plastic Resins | 0.2-0.5% By Weight |
| Rubber Polymers And Latex | 5-15% By Weight |
| Glass | 1-10% By Weight |
| Candles | 5-10% By Weight |
GRAPHIC INKS & SCREEN PRINTING RATIOS
| Flexographic Inks (Packing Materials) | 15-25% By Weight |
| Offset Printing Ink | 5-10% By Weight |
| Screen Printing And Screen Inks | 10-30% By Weight |
| Textile Printing And Textile Inks And Pastes | 5-10% By Weight |
| Gravure Inks | 5-15% By Weight |
COSMETICS RATIOS
| Nail Polish | 5-25% By Weight |
FIREARMS (CERAKOTE) RATIOS
Our pigments can be used for both Cerakote and KG Gunkote clears. Below is just some references.
- 5 grams of pigment per 4oz
- Typically recommend a black base. For light colored pigments such as yellows, pinks, etc. you may want to try a light colored base. ALWAYS test before full application.
- 3 coats for full saturation. Some colors may require less.
- Stay with pigments with a 10-60um micron size. All particle sizes are listed on our product pages or you can find it on our Pigment Information List HERE.
- Recommend using a .80 spray nozzle. Some use 1.0 for clears.
REQUEST SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
To request a safety data sheet, please contact us here: Jeff@eyecandycustomz.com
- MULTIPURPOSE METALLIC FLAKE – Egyptian Star Red is a vibrant and shimmer red flake with little other colors. Our irregular flakes are ideal for DIY craft use, such as, epoxy, resin, woodworking, pen blanks, plastics, tumblers, fishing lures, jewelry, acrylic, polish, and MUCH more.
- ULTRA-FINE PURITY – Eye Candy irregular flakes are just that, irregular in size.
- ULTIMATE CRAFTING VERSALITY – Our irregular flakes can be used for tinting, darkening, or brightening other mica colors making it ideal for use as a personal or professional product.
- SAFE, NON-TOXIC, CRUELTY FREE – Egyptian Star Red and all our irregular flakes, gentle on skin, and won’t cause irritation. As with any additive, always test a small area before full use to ensure it’s allergy safe.
- UNBEATABLE QUALITY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE - Unbeatable Quality and Customer Service – Eye Candy mica pearls are backed by superior quality assurance, purity, and fast, responsive support. Contact us with any questions or concerns to get reliable service you can count on.
CALCULATIONS FOR USING OUR FLAKES
This is the most frequently question asked and rightfully so!! Unfortunately there's no standard calculation when mixing flakes due to the numerous applications, and mediums that our flakes can be used with. I.E. Automotive, Epoxy, Fishing Lures, Woodworking, Pen Blanks, Acrylic, Varnish, Clay, Grout, Flooring, Countertops, Cosmetics, Fingernail Polish, etc. the list goes on.
Automotive
- Do NOT recommend for automotive use due to size and longevity.
Epoxy / Resin
- These can be used in epoxy resin deep pours BUT, PLEASE understand that due to the density of the flake, it will most likely sink in a fresh pour.
- These flakes are great for using as accents on smaller pours or projects.
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