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Type: mineral pigments
Main function: color, tone correction, tinted effect
Suitable for: tinted formulas, SPF with tint, hybrid makeup
What are Iron Oxides?
Iron Oxides are mineral pigments used to add color to cosmetic formulas.
They are present in very small quantities and are mainly used for:
- create the shade of the colored cream
- even out the complexion
- improve the aesthetic appearance of the product
They are not functional active ingredients and do not modify the skin's behavior.
Why are they used in tinted SPFs?
In tinted SPFs, Iron Oxides:
- they help neutralize the whiteness of mineral filters
- create a natural and uniform tone
- improve the aesthetic result on the skin
Additionally, several studies show that mineral pigments can help reduce the impact of visible light (HEV/blue light), which is useful for those with blemishes or melasma.
Main benefits
- Natural and uniform appearance
- Improves the tone of the formula
- Reduces the “white cast” of mineral filters
- Contributes to protection from visible light
- Non-comedogenic, non-irritating
Safety
- They do not penetrate the skin
- They are not sensitizers
- Safe for everyday use
- Also used in baby and pregnancy products
Why you find them in Melicor products
Iron Oxides are only present in the tinted versions for:
- give a natural color
- even out the complexion
- improve the cosmetics of the mineral filter
They have no active function on the skin.
Melicor products that contain it
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