Description
Pumice is a natural exfoliant which is made up of volcanic ash! The fine particle size of this pumice powder provides exfoliation properties and color variation in products. Enhance bars of soap or scrubs with this cosmetic pumice powder.
Mesh size is 80-200. Grade is 0-1/2.
Why People Use This Product:
To provide mild exfoliation properties and color variation in products.
Popular Products That Use This Ingredient:
Scrubs. Soap.
Interesting Facts:
Pumice is a volcanic ash which is formed when lava is permeated with gas bubbles during the solidification process. Because lava has similar properties and chemical make-up as glass, pumice is very abrasive but unlike glass, it is very soft. Pumice is the softest abrasive media in use today. All Natural.
Physical Form: Tan powder
Solubility: Insoluble in water or oil
Common Name Ingredient Listing (FDA Approved):
Pumice
Directions:
Add to base, amount as desired. Smaller amounts will provide color variations in products. Larger amounts will provide a full scrub. When using in soaps & washes, we recommend the suspension bases which prevent additives from sinking to the bottom of the container.
Recommended use levels:
Scrubs 0.1-3%
Soaps: 1-10%