Frequently Asked Questions

Edible luster dust is a food-grade powder made from mica-based pearlescent pigments that adds a beautiful shimmer effect to food and drinks. Our Luster Dust uses premium German-imported pigments and is 100% FDA compliant. It's completely tasteless and odorless, so it adds visual sparkle without affecting flavor.

Yes! All Luster Dust products are made with FDA compliant ingredients. Our luster dust is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, non-GMO, tasteless, and odorless. The ingredients are mica-based pearlescent pigments and iron oxide, both of which are approved for use in food products.

A little goes a long way! For cocktails, champagne, or other beverages, start with 1/8 teaspoon (a small pinch) per drink. Simply sprinkle it into your drink and give it a gentle stir or swirl. The luster dust will create a mesmerizing shimmer effect as it moves through the liquid. For pump spray bottles, just give a few spritzes directly into the glass.

There are several ways to apply luster dust to baked goods:

• Dry brush method: Use a soft, food-safe brush to dust the powder directly onto fondant, buttercream, or royal icing.
• Paint method: Mix a small amount of luster dust with a few drops of clear extract (like lemon or vanilla extract) or food-grade alcohol to create a paint, then brush it onto your creation.
• Spray: Use our pump spray bottles for an even, hands-free application.
• Direct sprinkle: Dust it directly over cupcakes, cookies, cake pops, or macarons for a sparkle finish.

Both contain the same premium luster dust. The jar is ideal for baking applications where you want to use a brush or mix the dust with extract. The pump spray is perfect for drinks and for quickly adding shimmer to food — just point and spray. The pump spray is especially popular for cocktail bars and event catering where speed matters.

A 10g jar or spray goes a surprisingly long way:

• Drinks: A 10g jar makes approximately 80+ cocktails
• Cakes: A 10g jar can cover several standard-sized cakes
• Cupcakes/cookies: A 10g jar can dust 50+ cupcakes or cookies

We also offer 50g, 1lb, and 1kg sizes for professionals, caterers, and bakeries who go through product faster. Our larger sizes offer significant per-gram savings.

Every color is available in six sizes:

• 10g Jar — $9.98 (great for trying a color or personal use)
• 10g Pump Spray — $10.98 (perfect for drinks)
• 50g Jar — $37.99 (for regular bakers and bartenders)
• 50g Pump Spray — $38.99 (high-volume drink service)
• 1lb Jar — $199.00 (professional bakeries and caterers)
• 1kg Jar — $349.00 (bulk commercial use)

Most competitors sell 4-5 grams for a similar price point. Our 10g jars give you 2x more product at the same price. For our bulk sizes, the savings are even greater. We believe in offering real value — not tiny jars with big markups.

Our luster dust is made with mica-based pearlescent pigments and iron oxide. These are premium German-imported ingredients that create a true pearlescent shimmer. All ingredients are FDA compliant, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and non-GMO.

We offer 13 stunning colors: White, Orange, Yellow, Purple, Green, Light Green, Blue, Light Blue, Rose Gold, Gold, Pink, Red, and Silver. Each color is available in all six size options. Gold and Rose Gold are our most popular colors for cocktails, while Pink and Red are favorites for baking.

Yes! We offer free shipping on all orders over $50. Most orders are shipped within 1-2 business days via USPS or UPS. Orders under $50 ship for a flat rate of $6.99.

Absolutely! Luster dust is a wedding and event favorite. Use Gold or Rose Gold in champagne toast glasses, dust it onto wedding cake tiers, or add shimmer to cocktail hour drinks. For large events, we recommend our 50g or 1lb sizes. Contact us for bulk event pricing if you need even larger quantities.

Store your luster dust in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the jar or spray bottle tightly sealed when not in use. When stored properly, luster dust has an extremely long shelf life and will maintain its shimmer quality for years.

Yes! Our 1lb ($199) and 1kg ($349) jars offer significant volume discounts. For bakeries, restaurants, bars, and catering companies needing even larger quantities or custom arrangements, please reach out to us at hello@lusterdust.com and we'll put together a custom quote for you.