What is the purpose of using methylparaben or propylparaben in a cosmetic formulation?
Parabens provide protection against molds, bacteria and a diverse number of organisms.

Are parabens safe?
Parabens are the most commonly used groups of preservatives in cosmetic, pharmaceutical and food products. They are also considered safe for use in leave-on cosmetics due to their low sensitizing potential. Safe ranges vary between 0.003-0.30 percent. All glominerals formulations are developed within safe ranges.

What is Trisodium EDTA?
This is a preservative and chelating agent.

Is Trisodium EDTA as effective in protecting against mold and bacteria as parabens?
This is just an auxiliary preservative and cannot stand alone to protect against all types of molds and bacteria's. To make it effective, it must be combined with parabens.

What are the FDA regulations on color dyes?
Since the creation of the FDA regulations on colors, the types of colors certified as safe and appropriate for use in cosmetics has gone from 116 colors permitted to 35 colors in 1988. All color pigments in glominerals are FDA approved.

Does the FDA have to approve all colors for use in cosmetics?
No synthetic organic colorant may be used in foods, drugs or cosmetics sold in the US unless the FDA has certified it. Additionally, no synthetic organic colorant is currently allowed for use in products intended to be used in the
area of the eye.

Where do lake dyes come from?
They are mainly derived from plants and nature. These dyes are non-sensitizing and contain the benefit of delivering deeper color pigment and longer hold in cosmetic products. The glominerals line uses some lake
dyes in select colors within three categories to enhance the depth and wearability of color in these categories.

Where do inorganic dyes come from?
They are derived from the earth. These compounds are based on metal ions and are very safe for cosmetic use. These colors deliver a subtle pigment and can be used alone or blended with lake dyes for more intense color when needed. The glominerals line uses these inorganic dyes as the primary color agent in the majority of the line.

What is the process of micronization?
Micronization is a process of "milling" (making the particle smaller). Titanium is available in various forms, including Titanium, Micronized and Ultra. The glominerals line uses the Micronized size particle. The smaller the particle size, the more unobtrusive its application.