Titanium Dioxide
Titanium Dioxide is a natural source pigment, quarry mined and further refined to a fluffy white powder. It is commonly found in cosmetics as a whitening agent and it is also found within sunscreens because of its impressive capability to block UV light. Titanium Dioxide has an enormous refractive index (ability to bend light) and comes in right under diamonds. This is why it is the first choice for powerful sunscreens. We would like to break the use of Titanium Dioxide into 2 parts.

1. Cosmetic Use
Titanium Dioxide is one of the most powerful whitening pigments found today. It adds a bright white color to lotions, creams, and sunscreens. When using Titanium be sure not to add NO MORE then 25% to the total mixture/recipe. Adding to much Titanium will cause a spotty appearance to your cosmetics and may actually cause more harm then good. It should also be noted that if your cosmetics contain too much Titanium it will leave a very white, opaque appearance on the skin when applied, this is especially problematic for sunscreens.
For best results we recommend 1-2 tablespoons for a 1-gallon batch and 1-2 tablespoons for a 2-5 gallon batch.

2. Sunscreen Use
Unfortunately we are not able to help our customers formulate an exact percentage of Titanium to be used within their sunscreen recipes to create a particular SPF.
Creating SPF values is an exact and precise science and we recommend its use through your own trial and error or through the administration of laboratory assistance.

Titanium Dioxide Profile

Botanical Name- None
Origin- USA
Extraction- Quarry Mined/Refined
Shelf life- 3-5 years
Notes- Stores well under any condition but will lose quality under humid conditions. Always store in a dry location. When handling raw Titanium Dioxide always wear a ventilation mask and work in an open aired environment. Prolonged exposure of the raw material with the skin might cause irritation. Do not expose directly to the mucous membranes.

Specifications
Color- White
Odor- None
Total Ingredients- Titanium Doxide (non-micronized), amorphous Silica, Aluminum Hydroxide
Density - 4.23-5.00
Specific Gravity - 3.9-4.5
Melting Point - 750-1,500

Two forms of titanium dioxide were selected for Total Block. First is an opaque, cosmetic form that reflects and scatters most wavelengths of UVB, plus some UVA. Second is sub-micronized "transparent" titanium dioxide. This form of titanium dioxide allows for a much higher percentage while retaining cosmetic elegance, and achieving an increase in UVB protection. Together, these two titanium dioxides (differing only in particle size) obtain excellent UVB protection (High SPF) plus moderate UVA protection.