Abi Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 I’ve been using mica powder in my wax melts it looks lovely but when I use them in my burner the mica powder sticks to the bottom how do I stop this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Ov Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 37 minutes ago, Abi said: I’ve been using mica powder in my wax melts it looks lovely but when I use them in my burner the mica powder sticks to the bottom how do I stop this? Hi...Try stirring it with a popsicle stick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abi Posted November 11, 2020 Author Share Posted November 11, 2020 I do and it lifts back up, is it normal for it to sink to the bottom or is there a way I can keep it bonded with the wax? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 It is normal for it to sink when in the wax melt melter. Unfortunately it is heavier than the wax, so when it cools the mica particles drop with gravity. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abi Posted November 11, 2020 Author Share Posted November 11, 2020 Okay thank you was just wondering if it was normal or not haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 You can try mica type colorants made with synthetic fluorphogopite. The particles are “fluffy” and stay airborne for a Long long time. They may suspend longer in wax. Have not tried, but it may work. they are marketed sometimes as “sparks” colorants. Look specifically for the word “Fluorphlogopite” in the INCI / Ingredients list. These are becoming more popular as environmental alternative glitter in cosmetics. here’s one source:https://nurturesoap.com/collections/soap-colorants/products/black-onyx-enviroglitter 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerven Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 Polyester glitter, maybe? They come in every color imaginable including holo, metallic, color shift, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura C Posted November 20, 2020 Share Posted November 20, 2020 On 11/11/2020 at 1:30 PM, Abi said: I’ve been using mica powder in my wax melts it looks lovely but when I use them in my burner the mica powder sticks to the bottom how do I stop this? Some other things to consider. Could the issue have to do with using too much mica? Could it be that particular wax melter doesn't have a good protective coating or has a porous surface? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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