AUSTRALIAN CLAYS

were originally formed over 150 million years ago as a by-product of magnificent volcanic energy and activity. They have been used in sacred ancient healing ceremonies by Australian natives for centuries. Rich in minerals potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, sodium and a range of colours from yellow, pink, blue, green, red, black ivory, coral, mauve and white. They feature prominently in the Claytime Australia mineral outback collection.

MICA

The word "mica" is thought to be derived from Latin word micare, meaning to shine, in reference to the brilliant appearance of this mineral (especially when in small scales). Mica can be located in plentiful supply worldwide, including Asia, Africa, America as well as Australia. Crushed into tiny particles, it refracts light and is a pretty cosmetic colourant when coated. The Claytime Australia range features one of its hidden mineral mica's which are extracted from the eastern Australian terrain.

NO LANOLIN

is secreted by the sheep's sebaceous gland. The end product is a mix of cholesterol and the esters of several fatty acids of the sheep. It is suggested that a woman will consume up to a massive 12 kilograms of lipstick over a lifetime. It is commonly used in cosmetic creams and Lipsticks world wide. Claytime Australia is 100% Lanolin Free.

TITANIUM DIOXIDE

A naturally ocurring pure mineral mined from the earth and purified, for use in cosmetics, this ingredient provides SPF and Coverage. Often used in ice-creams, it is one of the most widely used ingredients known today.

IRON OXIDES & TIN OXIDE

Exciting minerals which mother nature produces, that give delightful colour to cosmetics. Contrary to some brands misleading marketing and unsubstantiated claims, iron oxides used in cosmetics are not simply extracted and crushed into cosmetics. They must be purified to a certain quality and grade, so that all the nasty heavy metal content is stripped out - making them Cosmetic-Grade. They are pure minerals and are used for colour.

ZINC OXIDE

One of mother natures ultimate gifts. This is a natural white mineral that protects skin from sunburn. It carrys a sticky consistency in powder form but is well known for protecting skin from cancer caused by UVA rays. Zinc Oxide delivers high cohesion to our cosmetics. It is the main ingredient in our Mineral Powder foundations and many claim their skin feels nicer when they use the Mineral Powder Foundations. It is a natural anti inflamatory.

BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE

The mineral Bismuth is a synthetically prepared white or nearly white amorphous or finely crystalline, odorless powder used as a filler and colour additive in common makeup. It provides a shine, however due to the small particles and its irregular shape, it is severely irritating to some skin types, causing a lasting tingle or 'burning' feeling to skin. Claytime Australia is 100% Bismuth free. Experience our 100% pure Mineral Powder Foundations and you will feel the difference.

TALCUM / TALC

A controversial ingredient, and at the heart of much debate recently. These particles have been found inside ovarian tumors, and inside the lungs of cancer victims, according to reports from the United States cancer prevention organisation. For the last 30 years, scientists have closely scrutinized talc particles and found dangerous similarities to asbestos. Claytime Australia is 100% Talc Free.

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