Mica Powder vs. Pigment Powder
Mica powders are therefore sparkly, sort of like very fine glitter. They're used to give a metallic or shimmery pearllike effect. They come in many colors. Pearl Ex is a popular brand of pure mica powder. (See a color chart of all Pearl Ex colors here.) While mica powders do often have color, they're not optimal for coloring things because their main purpose is to create sparkle or shine ...