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Soft Focus

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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.

EXCEBEADS CS

EXCEBEADS CS is a Non-porous, spherical fused silica microspheres available in two particle sizes: CS-320 (3.5 μm) & CS-725 (7.0 μm).

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.

ImerCare Blur

A natural soft focus agent which hides imperfections, blurs and matiffies skin. An excellent alternative to microplastics.

KoboBlur 100 Natural

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

KSG-016F

KSG-016F is a non-emulsifying silicone gel that contains particles of cross-linked silicone polymer. KSG-016F provides a powerful soft focus effect and has a very dry, non-oily feel. KSG-016F contains 20-30% polymer particles in Dimethicone (6 centistoke).

KSG-16

KSG-16 is a non-emulsifying silicone gel that can thicken the oil phase of formulations and provide a mattifying effect as well as a soft, silky feel. KSG-16 contains 20-30% cross-linked polymer in Dimethicone (6 centistoke).

KSG-19

KSG-19 is a non-emulsifying silicone gel that provides a soft focus effect and has a dry, non-oily feel. It is quickly absorbed by skin. KSG-19 contains 10-20% cross-linked polymer in Dimethicone (6 centistoke).

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-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.

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.

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.

Valida S+ CS-3

Valida S+ CS-3 is a 100% natural, 3% fibrillated cellulose gel that provides excellent suspension, enhances formulation stability and improves texture.

Valida S+ CS-8

Valida S+ CS-8 is an 100% natural, 8% fibrillated cellulose paste that provides excellent suspension, enhances formulation stability and improves texture.

Valida T

Valida T is a clear gel that stabilises particles in suspension. It is ideal for clear, low-viscosity formulations and provides skin conditioning and foam boosting benefits.