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Pigments- Indispensable Part of Cosmetic Industry

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Pigments are intensely coloured loose powders that are present in a big way in the cosmetic industry. They are being used as a basic ingredient while preparing the varied make-up products used to beautify a woman. You will find that pigment blue, pigment green, pigment yellow and pigment orange are commonly used colours for eye-makeup whereas shades of pigment red are used more for highlighting a woman’s cheekbones. Pigments can be matty or they can be shimmery; both options are being offered through the resulting products for choice to the woman.

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The Magic of ‘Glow in the Dark’ Pigments

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Have you ever wondered how do some fabrics glow in dark? How do galaxies painted on kid’s bedroom ceilings glow at night? Is it because of magic? No, obviously not, it is pure and simple science. The use of some pigment powders mixed and processed with certain elements in certain combinations help to create the ‘glow in the dark’ effect.

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Fascinating World of Pigments and Paints!

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Paints have been present since ancient times but they began to be commonly used only since the nineteenth century. Today, paints not only lend color to several applications but also offer protection to surfaces on which they are used. In addition to painting houses, paints are used to give color to automobiles, underground storage vessels, road markings, ships and many more items.

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Getting Familiar with Industrial Dyes and Pigments!

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Dyes and pigments are two kinds of colorants that have found their way into every aspect of our lives. As far as the industrial sector is concerned, several types of dyes and pigments are being used in large amounts in a series of applications. Dyes are soluble substances which have an affinity towards the substrate and the industries which find use for them are leather, textile, cement, plastic, paper industry and many more. Pigments on the other hand are insoluble substances and are available in granular or powder form. Their mode of imparting colour is through the reflection of specific light rays. The industries where pigments find maximum use are the inks and paint industry.

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Pigment Blue & Pigment Green: Symbolic vs. Chemical Attributes

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Colours hold a high place of importance in our lives and have made our lives more vibrant and colourful. When you talk of colours, dyes and pigments are what come first to anyone’s mind. However, colours can be viewed symbolically as well as dissected chemically.

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Leather Dyes- Major Component in Leather Industry

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Leather accessories are playing a distinct role in the world of fashion in today’s times. They are counted as one of the major factors in trending fashion wears and therefore the safety and quality of these products is being paid attention to in great detail. Leather dyes, are one of the main components that are responsible in giving the deep glossy look to the jackets, shiny black to the shoes and rich hues to the handbags.

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Using Textile Dyes in the ‘Air Dyeing’ Technology

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The demand for textile dyes is largely dependent on the growth of the textile industry. The textile industry is poised on a rising growth curve what with the demand for high quality, vibrant fabric being on a continuous increase. With greater consumer spending and awareness, people want fabric that will retain its vibrant colours and print for long times and cause no harm to the environment. Greater efforts are therefore directed towards developing technologies and dyes that will be eco-friendly and pass stringent quality standards.

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Understanding Organic and Inorganic Pigments and Their Areas of Applications

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Dyes are extensively used for coloring and there are many places of their applications. Right from the colors on your t-shirts and garments to the color in your foods – dyes and pigments are significantly used. When talking of pigments, there are organic pigments and inorganic pigments available in the market. Both varieties are used in different industries and come with their own set of pros and cons.

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