And why that matters more than you might think.
You’ve probably seen it: that beautiful shimmer in bath bombs, body oils, soaps, or highlighters. It’s eye-catching, sparkly, and fun. That glow often comes from a mineral called mica—a naturally occurring substance that’s ground into fine powder to create a soft, shimmering effect.
At first glance, mica seems like a harmless, even natural ingredient. But here’s where the shine wears off.
The Hidden Cost of Sparkle
Much of the world’s mica is mined under dangerous conditions, particularly in parts of India and Madagascar. In these areas, unregulated mines are common—and with them come serious ethical issues like child labor, exploitation, and unsafe working environments. These are not just rumors; they’re well-documented concerns that many major beauty brands have been criticized for ignoring or downplaying.
Even companies using what they claim is “ethically sourced” mica often rely on supply chains that are hard to verify. The truth is, traceability is difficult, and what starts out as a well-intentioned sourcing policy can still result in harm.
Our Choice: No Mica, No Compromises
At Clover, our mission is rooted in doing better—for your skin, and for the world around us. That’s why we’ve made the conscious decision to leave mica out of all of our products. The risk of contributing to unethical labor practices just isn’t worth it—not when there are so many other ways to make products feel beautiful, indulgent, and fun.
We believe you don’t have to sacrifice your values for a little shimmer.
Beauty Without the Sparkle
Our products focus on what your skin actually needs—like nourishing oils, rich plant butters, vitamin-packed extracts, and thoughtfully selected essential oils. These are the things that truly leave your skin glowing—not a layer of sparkle on top.
So if you’ve ever wondered why our scrubs aren’t glittery or why our body creams don’t shimmer, now you know:
It’s not an oversight.
It’s a choice.
A mindful, intentional one.
And we hope it’s one you feel good about, too.