Active ingredient
Pearl Powder
INCI: Margarita
A finely ground powder of natural pearls (nacre from Margarita/oyster species), composed of calcium carbonate, amino acids, and trace minerals; used in cosmetics for skin brightening, conditioning, and mild exfoliation, with traditional roots in Chinese medicine (TCM).
Also known as: powdered pearl
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Benefits
- ✓Rich source of calcium carbonate, over 30 trace minerals (magnesium, selenium, zinc), and more than a dozen amino acids supporting skin conditioning and repair
- ✓Amino acid profile may stimulate fibroblast activity and collagen synthesis, improving skin firmness and elasticity
- ✓Brightening and skin tone-evening effects; may help reduce appearance of dark spots and uneven pigmentation
- ✓Mild physical micro-exfoliant action in ground form; helps improve skin texture
- ✓Anti-inflammatory properties provide soothing benefits for sensitive or reactive skin
Watch for
- ⚠Pearl is an animal-derived ingredient (mollusk shell nacre); not vegan
- ⚠Clinical evidence for topical efficacy is limited — many claimed benefits are based on traditional use (TCM) and in vitro studies
- ⚠Ground forms may be too abrasive if particle size is not adequately reduced for cosmetic use
