FD&C colours are popular because they can impart brilliant hues to products. It’s all about making products look attractive to the eye.

In cosmetics, artificial dyes might enable the manufacturer to create a lipstick in the classic ‘fire engine’ red shade. While it is possible to create a red coloured lipstick using more natural ingredients, like mineral pigments, it is difficult to achieve the same level of vibrancy that comes from synthetic dyes.

• Provides superior color purity and saturation
• Oil soluble, water insoluble but with good dispersibility and no aggregate formation

CAS Num:84632-65-6

INCI Name: CI77491 ( red no. 1 FD&C lake)

Solubility: Oil and Water-soluble (20g/100ml)

Recommended Usage:  1-20%

Applications:

• Can be tinted with titanium dioxide to create light blue shades. For best results wet in oil before use. Typical use levels: Face makeup 0.1-10%, eye makeup 0.1-20%, lipstick 0.1-10%, nail varnish 0.1-5%, skin care 0.1-2%, toothpaste 0.1-2%. For external use only

Country of Origin: Japan

Packaging: Our Powders/seeds are packaged in airtight Ziplock Bags to avoid spillage.

Recommended Storage: This Seeds or Powder should be stored in cool temperatures away from direct sunlight and moisture in an airtight container. This Powder has a shelf life of 5 Years when stored properly.

DISCLAIMER: All SOPHIX NATURAL PRODUCTS are for external use only unless otherwise STATED. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.