Vegan Spicules

Vegan Spicule is a synthetic micro-rod ingredient that mimics natural sponge spicules and provides a vegan, sustainable alternative for cosmetic formulations. These microscopic rods create temporary micro-channels in the skin and enhance the penetration of active ingredients. They improve ingredient absorption and boost overall formulation performance. Vegan Spicule supports gentle skin renewal and smooths skin texture. Its controlled particle size enables effective penetration while minimizing irritation. Formulators use it in anti-aging, resurfacing, and advanced delivery systems. It is available in controlled particle size grades (75 μm, 150 μm, 200 μm) to tailor penetration intensity and skin stimulation.

INCI Name

Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
vegan spicules serum micro-rod delivery system cosmetic ingredient

Benefits & Applications

  • Powder
  • Skin penetration enhancer
  • Micro-spicule delivery system
  • Active delivery system

  • Anti-aging serums
  • Skin resurfacing treatments
  • Microneedle effect skincare
  • Acne treatments
  • Skin renewal products
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • North America
  • Improves absorption of active ingredients
  • Supports smoother and brighter skin
  • Promotes skin renewal
  • Vegan alternative to sponge spicules
  • Low irritation compared to traditional microneedle treatments
vegan spicules serum micro-rod delivery system cosmetic ingredient

Learn about Vegan Spicules

The skincare industry constantly searches for delivery systems that improve ingredient penetration while maintaining skin safety. Traditionally, sponge-derived spicules dominated this category because they provide microscopic needle-like structures capable of...

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