Unicorn Dust
128 reviews

"Noticeable Difference. I started on FrictionLabs Unicorn dust. When I ran out I just used some block chalk I had laying around from a friend. With the block chalk I felt like I was constantly refilling my chalk bag and it didn't feel great on my hands. I finally broke down and ordered another bag of FrictionLabs chalk. This stuff is amazing and I will never go back. It just feels cleaner and lasts longer." - Izabella, FrictionLabs Customer

Designed to help you consistently climb at your limit, FrictionLabs chalk is made for climbers, by climbers.

This is not the same old generic chalk from China that climbers are used to. Responsibly refined in Denver, CO USA and stripped of all unnecessary fillers, FrictionLabs chalk gives you unrivaled moisture absorption and skin health. Like a high performance climbing shoe, our high purity Magnesium Carbonate makes a single application far more efficient, giving you the extra edge to focus on sending not slipping.

Chalk matters, and we've helped thousands of climbers, from new climbers to FrictionLabs Pros finally find a chalk they can rely on, on every move. Never chalk up mid-crux again!

#chalkmatters #frictionlabs
What's the difference between FrictionLabs and other chalk?We process our chalk at our headquarters in Denver, Colorado, removing impurities and delivering a chalk that is the cleanest and longest lasting anywhere. It also feels a lot better on your hands thanks to our unique textures.What's the deal with the different blends/types/flavors/animals?
FrictionLabs chalk comes in three textures, each with a unique hand-feel:
  • Unicorn Dust: Fine texture
  • Gorilla Grip: Chunky texture
  • Bam Bam: Super chunky texture
Is one blend recommended for certain types of difficulties/styles/conditions/experience levels? Like peanut butter, it's just about personal preference (and really good!). Most people start with Gorilla Grip and then change if they prefer finer (Unicorn Dust) or chunkier (Bam Bam).

    What’s different about FrictionLabs chalk?


    The highest purity chalk keeps your hands drier, longer. Chalk up less. Get better grip.


    Breathe easy knowing our chalk has no harmful drying agents or impurities. Save your lungs.


    Clean chalk protects your skin from overdrying and cracking. Go harder. Go longer. Go more.

    Frequently Asked Quesions

    Who is FrictionLabs?
    We are a group of athletes and scientists who realized that all the chalk out there was just awful - both for performance and for health. As we tested and developed our products, the reaction we got when people tried it was amazing, so we decided to start a business around the idea that Chalk Matters. We’re committed to doing everything we can to bring peak performance to every athlete who benefits from better grip.
    Isn’t all chalk the same?
    All chalk brands claim to be 100% Magnesium Carbonate. When you run the tests though, the truth is that they all have significant amounts of impurities, drying agents, heavy metals, and other fillers. We’re the first to admit that our chalk isn’t 100% pure; it would be extremely expensive and impractical to make. But our chalk is by far the purest out there, meaning it will last longer, dry your hands better, and keep your lungs and skin healthier than anything else you've been using.
    Why does it cost more?
    Our chalk goes through a proprietary process to remove unhealthy fillers common in other brands of chalk. Most climbers report re-chalking about half as often when using FrictionLabs since it lasts so much longer.
    Is FrictionLabs a specialty product meant only for elite athletes?
    Is organic food only for Olympians? This is the best, safest, and healthiest chalk on the market, making it the responsible choice for every person's health and performance. FrictionLabs chalk is the sensible standard, and thankfully more and more athletes of all experience levels are making the change every day.

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    “I have never felt a chalk that stays on my hands so long and keeps my hands as dry as FrictionLabs does.”
    "Before FrictionLabs I really didn't notice the difference in chalks but FrictionLabs chalk works like magic from the moment you put it on, touch the rock, and clip the chains."
    “When you put so much time and effort into climbing it is good to know you have the best chalk on the market. Trying to climb hard with bad chalk is like racing a car with worn out tires, no fun! Thanks to FrictionLabs for no more surprises and for helping me feel glued to that asphalt!”
    “I've got the genetic curse of sweaty hands, which has nearly been the demise of my climbing. I've battled with this ailment for years but then finally found FrictionLabs. This stuff has drastically changed my comfort and success in climbing."
    “These guys make the best chalk in the game hands down. If you haven't tried their chalk, you're missing out.”
    FrictionLabs proves that you don’t need to be a big company to make a huge difference in the industry. FrictionLabs chalk will definitely change the relationship between your hands and the surface you’re clinging to. Just try it out for yourself.