What is pigment powder

A pigment is a material that transforms its color as visible light is reflected on it which is called wavelength. A pigment has high color tone that come in solid form which are achieved through exposure from steady, moderate to high temperatures.

Pigments have been used during prehistoric times, and the earliest known substances were natural minerals like natural iron oxides, hydrated yellow ochre, and charcoal found in cave paintings.

When you work with pigments you have to be carful, as is extraordinarily fine and will attach to everything it touches. It will be on your skin, on your clothing and even in your hair if you don’t handle it carefully. It’s a good practice when handling pigment powder or mica to either work very slowly or wear a dust mask to avoid inhaling it.

How to mix Mica Powder and Pigment powder with Epoxy Resin

Many consider mixing mica powder and pigment powder with Epoxy Resin.
This can be done in various ways. However, you will have to keep certain things in mind. Make sure that your pigment powder is completely dry and away from any additional moisture. Moisture can prevent the epoxy resin from curing or can promote soft curing. Also, be careful to mixing the right amount of resin and hardener.

Is Eyeshadow the same as pigment powder

Eyeshadow is made from powder and mica. The latter is a silicate mineral that has a similarity with crystals that have a tendency to glitter. Pigment is made from basic compounds while eyeshadow is commonly added with binders and fillers to make it appear more colorful.

Glass and Mica powder

The mica powders can be fused onto glass to produce a metallic finish. They look gorgeous and are really easy to use but there are some limitations and some concerns working with it.

Not all colors survive the temperature glass is fused at. In fact, most don’t. They either significantly fade or completely lose their color. It’s important you test any mica you want to use.

Almost all micas change color when fired. Do not assume it will come out of the kiln the same color it went in.