Mica particles reflect light on the skin's surface, reducing shadows and creating a brighter, more radiant appearance. This is a purely optical effect.
Mica particles, when applied topically, possess a unique light-reflecting property. These particles sit on the skin's surface and act as tiny mirrors, scattering incident light in multiple directions. This diffused reflection reduces the appearance of shadows, fine lines, and imperfections, creating a visual effect of smoother, brighter, and more radiant skin. The mechanism does not involve any physiological changes to the skin itself, but rather a purely optical phenomenon.
Ingredients That Provide This Benefit
Evidence Levels for Ingredients
Mica
Evidence: 3/5