In skin care applications, its porosity and large surface area make Omyaskin an efficient mattifying agent that absorbs sebum and reduces drying time, as an in vivo study has demonstrated:  22 subjects applied a face cream with 5% Omyaskin 100-OG daily for a period of 28 days. Skin-Glossymeter measurements showed a 12% shine decrease in 91% of the subjects, while Sebumeter results found that sebum was reduced by 29% in 82% of the participants. Furthermore, 10 panellists applied the face cream to their forearms for sensory evaluation and compared it to a reference formulation without Omyaskin. The formulation containing Omyaskin was described as significantly less sticky, faster absorbing and more viscous. In addition, 46.7% of the test subjects thought the cream containing Omyaskin had a silky feel, while only 6.7% concluded this about the reference cream.

 

In decorative cosmetic applications, the innovative particles exhibit a superior white pigment quality, which supports coverage of colour cosmetics while simultaneously giving a matt finish. Just 10% Omyaskin 100-OG particles, for instance, optimizes masking by up to 42%. An ideal replacement for TiO₂, Omyaskin achieves its extraordinary opacity due to the large surface area provided by its external lamellae. A foundation formulation based on 5% Omyaskin without TiO₂ provides similar coverage to a foundation containing 4% TiO₂, but Omyaskin can also be combined with TiO₂ for even higher performance. A foundation containing 5% Omyaskin without TiO₂ was also tested in an in vivo trial. Full face photographs of 20 test subjects were taken in standardized, polarized light before and after application; aperture, speed and camera distance were consistent. An expert group examined the before and after pictures and graded the formulation 2.6 out of 3, with 0 being no coverage and 3 very good coverage. Additionally, using Visia complexion analysis, the smoothing effect of the formulation was assessed on the participants. The results showed a significant improvement in skin texture as well as evidence of a significant reduction in fine lines for all test subjects, with 89% efficacy after 15 minutes and 73% after four hours. Finally, the formulation was evaluated sensorially by ten panellists. Compared to the reference formulation without Omyaskin, the formulation had a significantly faster drying speed and provided a significantly better mattifying and covering effect as well as colour homogeneity and thickness.

 

The evidence collected in these studies suggests that Omyaskin is a very efficient, versatile ingredient, particularly suited to applications such as face creams and serums, foundations and BB/CC/DD creams. Not only is the mineral an excellent covering agent, but it also provides a mattifying effect and sebum absorption. It is fast drying after application, and has a silky feel.

 

Omyaskin offers the advantages of a best performing, multifunctional ingredient with a natural origin. Being high purity, this Natrue- and COSMOS-approved mineral complies with the most stringent regulatory and quality standards and meets the requirements of EC Commission regulation No. 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. The ingredient allows formulators to address current consumer demands for natural and sustainable solutions while simultaneously optimizing the performance and perception of personal care products.