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Microsphere Products for Colour Cosmetics

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BPA-5I5

BPA-5I5 is a polymer microsphere that has been surface treated with Kobo's patented ITT treatment. BPA-5I5 has an average particle size of 9 microns and oil absorption 50 g/100g.

BPD-500W

BPD-500W is a polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 11 microns, oil absorption 60 g/100g and refractive index 1.52.

Cellulobeads D-10-PC2

Cellulobeads D-10-PC2 is a cellulose microsphere that has been surface treated with Kobo's PC treatment. Cellulobeads D-10-PC2 has an average particle size of 11 microns and oil absorption 35 g/100g.

CL-2080

CL-2080 is a polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 11 microns, oil absorption 60 g/100g and refractive index 1.51. It is heat sensitive and will gel if heated above 70 °C.

DIASPHERE KS-1000

DIASPHERE KS-1000 is a polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 10 microns, oil absorption 50 g/100g and refractive index 1.41.

DIASPHERE KS-500

DIASPHERE KS-500 is a polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 4.5 microns, oil absorption 55 g/100g and refractive index 1.41.

EA-209

EA-209 is a polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 10 microns, oil absorption 60 g/100g and refractive index 1.51. It is heat sensitive and will gel if heated above 70 °C.

Ecofil B110

A natural micronized biodegradable polymer filler obtained from renewable resources.

EPU40-PLUS

EPU40-PLUS is a polymer microsphere with a very soft and creamy feel. EPU40-PLUS has an average particle size of 7 microns.

FLORITE PS-10

FLORITE PS-10 is a Calcium Silicate microsphere with an average particle size of 10 microns, oil absorption 434 g/100g and refractive index 1.63.

Florite R

FLORITE R is a Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 29 microns, a very high oil absorption of 650 g/100g and refractive index 1.63.

GWC-060G

A microsphere with a 6µm particle size.

Hybrid AB

Hybrid AB is a chemical UVA filter that can be dispersed in the aqueous phase of emulsions. Hybrid AB consists of Avobenzone (30%) encapsulated in a polymer microsphere (70%, average particle size 5 microns).

Hybrid EHT

Hybrid EHT is a chemical UV filter that can be dispersed in the aqueous phase of emulsions. Hybrid EHT consists of EHT (30%) encapsulated in a polymer microsphere (70%, average particle size 5 microns).

KMP-590

KMP-590 is a silicone powder that provides a dry, silky feel, and has low oil absorption and high dispersibility. KMP-590 has an average particle size of 2 microns and true specific gravity 1.32.

KMP-591

KMP-591 is a silicone powder that provides a dry, silky feel, and has low oil absorption and high dispersibility. KMP-591 has an average particle size of 5 microns and true specific gravity 1.32.

KoboBlur 100 Natural

A natural soft focus complex that gives a soft powdery after feel with an immediate soft focus effect

KSP-100

KSP-100 is a hybrid silicone powder that combines the softness of a silicone rubber with the smoothness of a silicone resin. KSP-100 has an average particle size of 5 microns, true specific gravity 1.00 and rubber hardness 30 (Durometer A).

KSP-101

KSP-101 is a hybrid silicone powder that combines the softness of a silicone rubber with the smoothness of a silicone resin. KSP-101 has an average particle size of 12 microns, true specific gravity 0.98 and rubber hardness 30 (Durometer A).

KSP-102

KSP-102 is a hybrid silicone powder that combines the softness of a silicone rubber with the smoothness of a silicone resin. KSP-102 has an average particle size of 12 microns, true specific gravity 0.98 and rubber hardness 30 (Durometer A).

KSP-105

KSP-105 is a hybrid silicone powder that combines the softness of a silicone rubber with the smoothness of a silicone resin. KSP-105 has an average particle size of 30 microns, true specific gravity 0.98 and rubber hardness 30 (Durometer A).

KSP-300

KSP-300 is a hybrid silicone powder that combines the softness of a silicone rubber with the smoothness of a silicone resin. KSP-300 has an average particle size of 5 microns, true specific gravity 1.11 and rubber hardness 40 (Durometer A).

KSP-411

KSP-411 is a hybrid silicone powder that combines the softness of a silicone rubber with the smoothness of a silicone resin. KSP-411 provides a soft focus effect that results in a smooth and natural look. KSP-411 has an average particle size of 12 microns, true specific gravity 0.99 and rubber hardness 22 (Durometer A).

KSP-441

KSP-441 is a hybrid silicone powder that combines the softness of a silicone rubber with the smoothness of a silicone resin. KSP-441 has an average particle size of 12 microns and true specific gravity 0.92.

Marsh Mallow Powder

Marsh Mallow Powder is a soft, elastic and porous powder, like marshmallow! It is easy to compress, has a high recovery rate and spreads easily on the skin. Marsh Mallow Powder has an average particle size of 6-12 microns and oil absorption 2.0-2.5 cc/g.

MSS-500

MSS-500 is a Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 12 microns, oil absorption 133 g/100g and refractive index 1.47.

MSS-500/20N

MSS-500/20N is a Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 20 microns, oil absorption 40 g/100g and refractive index 1.47.

MSS-500/3

MSS-500/3 is a Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 3 microns, oil absorption 135 g/100g and refractive index 1.47.

MSS-500/3H

MSS-500/3H is a Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 3 microns, a high oil absorption of 300 g/100g and refractive index 1.47.

MSS-500/3N

MSS-500/3N is a Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 5.5 microns, oil absorption 33 g/100g and refractive index 1.47.

MSS-500/H

MSS-500/H is a Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 12 microns, a high oil absorption of 300 g/100g and refractive index 1.47.

MSS-500/N

MSS-500/N is a Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 11.5 microns, oil absorption 38 g/100g and refractive index 1.47.

MSS-500N-FS

MSS-500N-FS is a Silica microsphere that has been surface treated with Kobo's FS treatment. MSS-500N-FS has an average particle size of 8 microns and oil absorption 24 g/100g.

MSS-500W

MSS-500W is a Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 12 microns, oil absorption 119 g/100g and refractive index 1.47.

MSS-500W-LL10

A surface treated silica microsphere.

MST-203

MST-203 is a polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 2 microns, oil absorption 50 g/100g and refractive index 1.41.

MST-547

MST-547 is a polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 4.5 microns, oil absorption 54 g/100g and refractive index 1.41.

MST-547-FS

MST-547-FS is a polymer microsphere that has been surface treated with Kobo's FS treatment. MST-547-FS has an average particle size of 4 microns and oil absorption 47 g/100g.

MST-E8

MST-E8 is a spherical silicone elastomer powder with an avarage particle size of 8 µm and oil absorption 77g/ 100g.

NYLON 10-I2

NYLON 10-I2 is a Nylon microsphere that has been surface treated with Kobo's patented ITT (Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate) treatment.

SH219

SH219 is an Ecocert-approved, non-nano microsphere that provides an excellent soft focus effect. SH219 consists of Titanium Dioxide encapsulated in a porous, spherical Silica microsphere (average particle size 5 microns).

SH219-AS

SH219-AS is a non-nano microsphere that provides an excellent soft focus effect. SH219-AS consists of Titanium Dioxide encapsulated in a porous, spherical Silica microsphere (average particle size 5 microns) that is surface treated with Alkyl Silane.

Silica Shells

Silica Shells are hollow ellipsoids of highly porous Silica that can absorb up to 5 times their own weight of liquid.

Silica Shells-SH

Silica Shells-SH are hollow ellipsoids of highly porous Silica that have been surface treated with Kobo's NS treatment. The average particle size is 3 microns. Silica Shells-SH can absorb up to 5 times their own weight (oil absorption 500 g/100g).

SP-10

SP-10 is a polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 10 microns, oil absorption 60 g/100g and refractive index 1.53.

SP-10-FS

SP-10-FS is a polymer microsphere that has been surface treated with Kobo's FS treatment. SP-10-FS has an average particle size of 9 microns and oil absorption 60 g/100g.

SP-500

SP-500 is a polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 5 microns, oil absorption 60 g/100g and refractive index 1.53.

SUNPMMA-COCO130

SUNPMMA-COCO130 is a porous polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 8 microns and oil absorption 1.2-1.4 cc/g. SUNPMMA-COCO130 exhibits selective sebum absorption.

SUNPMMA-COCO170

SUNPMMA-COCO170 is a porous polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 8 microns and oil absorption 1.6-1.8 cc/g. SUNPMMA-COCO170 exhibits selective sebum absorption.

SUNPMMA-P

SUNPMMA-P is a porous polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 8 microns and oil absorption 1.7-2.1 cc/g. SUNPMMA-P can be pre-loaded with active ingredients, and exhibits selective sebum absorption.

SUNPMMA-PH

SUNPMMA-PH is a porous polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 8 microns and oil absorption 2.1-2.4 cc/g. SUNPMMA-PH exhibits selective sebum absorption.

SUNPMMA-S

SUNPMMA-S is a non-porous polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 7 microns and oil absorption 0.45 cc/g. SUNPMMA-S is a pure PMMA bead with 0 ppm residual monomer.

SUNPMMA-S PLUS

SUNPMMA-S PLUS is a non-porous polymer microsphere with an average particle size of 13 microns and oil absorption 0.45 cc/g. SUNPMMA-S PLUS is recommended for use in colour cosmetics due to its great spreadability and silky feel.

SUNPMMA-X

SUNPMMA-X is a hemi-spherical polymer bead. The shape provides several benefits including excellent spreadability, skin adhesion and great pay-off.

SUNPU-170

SUNPU-170 is a polymer microsphere that is soft (easy to compress) and elastic (high recovery rate), and gives an instant elasticity effect. It has an average particle size of 14-20 microns and provides an elegant texture to the skin.

Sunsil-130

Sunsil-130 is an Ecocert approved, porous Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 7 microns and oil absorption 0.9-1.3 cc/g.

Sunsil-130H

Sunsil-130H is an Ecocert approved, porous Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 7 microns and oil absorption 1.3-1.7 cc/g.

Sunsil-130HSC

Sunsil-130HSC is a porous Silica microsphere surface treated with silicone. Sunsil-130HSC is hydrophobic, has an average particle of 6-9 microns and oil absorption 1.1-1.7 cc/g.

Sunsil-130L

Sunsil-130L is a porous Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 7 microns and oil absorption 0.6-0.9 cc/g.

Sunsil-130LSC

Sunsil-130LSC is a porous Silica microsphere surface treated with silicone. Sunsil-130LSC is hydrophobic, has an average particle of 6-9 microns and oil absorption 0.6-0.9 cc/g.

Sunsil-130NP

Sunsil-130NP is a non-porous Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 7 microns and oil absorption 0.3-0.6 cc/g.

Sunsil-130SC

Sunsil-130SC is a porous Silica microsphere surface treated with silicone. Sunsil-130SC is hydrophobic, has an average particle of 6-9 microns and oil absorption 0.9-1.3 cc/g.

Sunsil-150H

Sunsil-150H is an Ecocert approved, porous Silica micosphere with an average particle size of 13 microns and oil absorption 1.4-2.1 cc/g.

Sunsil-150HSC

Sunsil-150HSC is a porous Silica micosphere surface treated with silicone. Sunsil-150HSC is hydrophobic, has an average particle of 10-15 microns and oil absorption 1.2-2.0 cc/g.

Sunsil-20

Sunsil-20 is an Ecocert approved, porous Silica micosphere with an average particle size of 2 microns and oil absorption 0.9-1.3 cc/g.

Sunsil-Lux 150H

Sunsil-Lux 150H is a premium porous Silica microsphere with an average particle size of 13 microns and oil absorption 1.3-2.1 cc/g.

Sunsil-OLEO130

Sunsil-OLEO130 is a hydrophobic (lipophilic) and natural silica bead with an average size of 7 μm.

Sunsil-OLEO150H

Sunsil-OLEO150H is a hydrophobic (lipophilic) and natural silica bead with an average size of 13 μm.

Sunsil-OLEO20

Sunsil-OLEO20 is a hydrophobic (lipophilic) and natural silica bead with an average size of 2 μm.

Sunsil-SILK

Sunsil-SILK is a porous silica coated with Trihydroxystearin.

Sunsil-SOFT

Sunsil-SOFT is a porous silica coated with Trihydroxystearin and with macadamia oil absorbed into the structure of the silica.