Common Name(s): Mineral/natural colorant,regulated cosmetic pigment,colour cosmetics pigment
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides colour in colour cosmetics within fda and eu regulatory permitted use framework, contributing to the formulation's shade range while meeting the specific safety requirements for the application area (eye, lip, general).
Why It's Used: Mineral and synthetic colorants each have specific regulatory approval for defined application areas โ formulators must verify both the colorant's permitted status and concentration limits for each specific product type and market.
How It Works: Colour arises from electronic transition absorption of specific wavelengths by the chromophore structure โ transition metal d-orbital transitions (chromium, manganese), porphyrin ring systems (carmine), or charge-transfer transitions (prussian blue). each mechanism provides different spectral purity, light-fastness, and ph sensitivity.
Typically Found In: Colour cosmetics
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ mineral / metal active
Secondary Functions: Antimicrobial,sebum regulation,antioxidant enzyme cofactor
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: Check fda 21 cfr 73/74,eu annex iv
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Mineral/inorganic compound. cosmetic or pharmaceutical grade. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: status downgraded on audit. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating at recommended concentrations.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes at recommended concentrations
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile at cosmetic concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Niacinamide,salicylic acid,other actives
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities at standard concentrations
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
All cosmetic colorants in the us require fda batch certification (form 2511) confirming the lot meets identity and purity specifications โ uncertified batches cannot legally be used in us cosmetics regardless of source or supplier claims.
Last Verified: 2026-03-12
Primary Sources: Fda 21 cfr 73/74,eu annex iv,cosmetic colorant regulatory requirements