MICA is graded A** (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data.
MICA
Safety grade: A**
Mica is a naturally occurring mineral that comes from the earth and has been used for centuries in cosmetics. It's a shimmery powder that creates light-reflecting sparkle and shine in beauty products.
Mica is used as an opacifying agent to make products less transparent and give them a smooth, luminous appearance while adding a subtle shimmer or glow effect.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Opacifying ingredients
- CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- CETYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- HYDRATED SILICA — Grade A**
- GLYCOL DISTEARATE — Grade A
- SILICA — Grade A**
- TITANIUM DIOXIDE — Grade A**
- STEARYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- TALC — Grade F**