That is what sets ROCIA makeup apart from mainstream cosmetics; even other mineral brands. We are excited to bring to you. A superior line of mineral cosmetics and natural skin care that has your  health and well-being  as first priority.

The minerals used in ROCIA cosmetics are imported from all over the world. First they are extracted from the earth. Then they must be refined to remove any heavy, toxic metals. They are then manufactured for cosmetic use: ground into small particles, and coated with other natural minerals.

When the FDA required manufacturers to list all of their ingredients, it didn’t take long for the public to figure out that all cosmetics were packed with chemicals, fragrance, tars, mineral oil, dyes, and petroleum. Dermatologists have been recommending mineral makeup to patients with acne scars and rosacea for over a decade.  Cancer patients and women recovering from plastic surgery find its camouflaging properties of mineral makeup make it a perfect choice.

Many cosmetics companies have created their own brand of mineral makeup.  However there is nothing “All Natural” about it.  Trimethysilowysilicate, Trisocetyl citrate, Ceytl Dimethicone, carnauba wax, Polymithyl, Paraben-a preservative in most cosmetics which in a recent study show increased aging of skin when exposed to sunlight.  Bismuth is also an ingredient that is used, this is a by-product of lead and copper refining; it is similar to arsenic chemically. Talc which is a filler used in makeup will make your pores bigger and cause irritations over time.  It is so fine and absorbent, it seeps into the pores of the skin and create infections by sticking to the sides of the pores.

Mineral makeup is absorbed into your skin so it only makes sense to use ingredients that are going to heal and nourish your skin. Our makeup is ideal for all skin types, skin tones and women of all ages.

The following mineral ingredients are included in ROCIA Mineral Cosmetics:

TITANIUM DIOXIDE: is a white coloured inorganic salt that is produced as a white powder. This non-irritating ingredient is also a broad spectrum UV absorber. It is used as a main ingredient in mineral cosmetics due to its ability to produce good coverage and adhesion. Our Titanium Dioxide is not the "nano" size (<1 microns), there fore there is no concerns about absorption.

ZINC OXIDE: is another white powder that is used as a natural sun block, astringent, and antiseptic. This mineral sooths and heals irritated skin, making your product great for acne prone or sensitive skin.

SERI CITE MICA: is a white, silky, shiny pigment derived from a fine crystalline clay mineral. It provides medium coverage, good spread ability and a smooth texture when applied to the skin.

RED & YELLOW IRON OXIDES: are purified iron salts. They are used as the main ingredients to pigment your foundation.

ULTRAMARINE BLUE: is clay that has been heated to a high temperature. Discovered by the Egyptians, this mineral is used to balance the warm pigments in your foundation formula.

MICA: is a reflective mineral, which is used in our foundation formula to add dimension and sheen, making your skin look “alive”. Mica is also used in our shadows, and blush to provide a satin finish. We only use micas, which are coated with natural minerals as opposed to dyes, lakes and carmine.

SILICA MICRO SPHERES: Because of the size and shape of this mineral, it has the ability to diminish the look of fine lines on the skin, giving it a soft focus effect. Because the particles are round, they produce a ball bearing effect, which imparts the finished product with a silky elegant texture, enhanced slip and better blendablity providing a “cream to powder” texture. For those concerned, our silica is not crystalline/amorphous hydrated silica.

BORON NITRIDE: Boron Nitride is a soft, silky white mineral powder that is said to have anti-bacterial properties. It is used as an additive to improve the "slip" of a product (how smoothly the product applies) as well as "adhesion" (how long it stays on the skin).

CALCIUM CARBONATE: is found in chalk, limestone, marble and travertine. Even eggshells are 95% calcium carbonate! Calcium Carbonate's main function is to absorb moisture.

ROCIA cosmetics do not include the following ingredients for the reasons specified below:

TALC: is similar to asbestos in structure and has been linked to respiratory diseases, and can easily be contaminated. Although talc is a natural mineral, and can be purchased in fine grades, which do not pose any risks, we choose to avoid it. In addition, there's some evidence that it can permanently stretch pore walls! The main ingredient in most "powder" makeup is talc.

BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE: This is a mineral that is found in most of the mainstream mineral cosmetic companies. It imparts a very shiny finish, which may be desirable to some people, but it can be an irritant to certain skin types.

SYNTHETIC COLOURS: are used to create colours that are impossible to create with natural minerals. They will be labelled as FD&C or D&C, followed by a colour and a number. Example: FD&C Red No. 6 / D&C Green No. 6. Synthetic colours are believed to be cancer-causing agents.

SYNTHETIC PRESERVATIVES: such as the parabens or urea. Mineral cosmetics are inorganic pigments with no liquid or oils added; therefore they do not need preservation. They are basically crushed rocks that have been in the earth since creation.

CARMINE: (found in lipsticks, glosses blushes, and eye shadow) This bright pink/red extract from the carmine beetle in South America, has been connected to heart problems. Obviously, it is not a mineral!