Colorants for Lip Gloss and Lip Matte Textures
Asked by: andalovema
On: January 16, 2017
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
What type of colorants are used for lip products, and are they different for lip gloss and lip matte? How is the difference in texture (glossy vs. matte) achieved?
Answer
The colorants used for lipsticks, whether matte or gloss, are generally the same type. The difference in texture (matte or gloss) depends on other ingredients in the lipstick formulation, such as the type of waxes, oils, or film-forming agents used. The colorants commonly used in lipsticks are typically Pigments, which provide high color intensity.