Bright Blue Tone-Up Product: Pigment Selection for Easy Oil Dispersion
Question
I am developing a bright blue tone-up product, aiming for a color similar to the Jung Saem Mool Skin Setting Tone Filter Base. My current formula already includes titanium dioxide. I need to select a blue pigment that is easy to disperse in oil without requiring grinding.
I am considering the following pigments:
FD&C Blue No.2 LakeFD&C Blue No.1 Lake (Brilliant Blue)Ultramarine Blue
Which of these pigments would you recommend to achieve the desired bright blue tone and meet my dispersion requirements?
Answer
For creating a bright blue tone-up product similar to Jung Saem Mool Skin Setting Tone Filter Base, and considering your need for easy dispersion in oil without grinding, we recommend Ultramarine Blue EasyMix™.
Here's why:
- Ultramarine Blue EasyMix™ (CI77019, CI77007) is specifically designed for exceptional ease of dispersion. It is coated with Methicone, allowing it to mix smoothly and provide a consistent color tone even with simple stirring, eliminating the need for grinding. It disperses well in both silicone and oil, making it ideal for your oil-containing formula. Ultramarine Blue is also known for its vibrant blue shade, which can help achieve the bright tone you desire.
- FD&C Blue No.1 Lake (Brilliant Blue) (CI42090) is another excellent option for a bright blue. It is an organic pigment that can be dispersed in oil, making it suitable for your formulation. While it disperses in oil, the EasyMix™ feature of Ultramarine Blue offers a superior advantage for ease of mixing without grinding.
- FD&C Blue No.2 Lake (CI 73015) is also an oil-dispersible organic blue pigment. However, it has a regulatory note stating it is "Not allowed to be used around the eyes, such as eye shadow." While a tone-up product is generally for the face, this restriction might be a consideration for broad facial application.
Given your specific requirement for easy dispersion without grinding, Ultramarine Blue EasyMix™ stands out as the most suitable choice. If you are looking for a slightly different bright blue hue, FD&C Blue No.1 Lake (Brilliant Blue) would be a good alternative, though it may require more effort in dispersion compared to the EasyMix™ variant.
Related Products Mentioned
FD&C Blue No.1 Lake (Brilliant Blue)
Ultramarine Blue EasyMix™