Color Ingredients

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Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

Riboflavin gives products a golden tint and keeps color consistent.

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Calcium Aluminum Borosilcate

A glass powder that adds sparkle to makeup and nail products.

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Calcium Sodium Borosilicate

A glass-based pigment that adds shimmer and blurs texture.

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Calcium Titanium Borosilicate

A glass pigment that gives makeup sparkle and dimension.

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Caramel

A sugar-based colorant that gives products a warm brown tone.

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Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI 77289)

A mineral green pigment used to color-correct redness in makeup.

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Chromium Oxide Green (CI 77288)

A deep green mineral pigment for long-wearing makeup color.

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Copper Powder (Ci 77400)

Metallic copper powder used to add shimmer and warm color to makeup.

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Iron Oxide (CI 77489)

A mineral pigment that gives makeup a stable grayish tint.

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Iron Oxide (CI 77492)

A yellow mineral pigment that warms up and brightens complexion tones.

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Iron Oxide (CI 77499)

A black mineral pigment used for deep color in mascara and liner.

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Iron Oxide Black (CI 77499)

A deep black mineral pigment that gives lashes and brows bold definition.

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Iron Oxide Red (CI 77491)

A red mineral pigment that adds warm, long-lasting color to makeup.

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Iron Oxides

Mineral pigments used to match skin tone and cover discoloration.

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Manganese Violet (CI 77742)

A mineral pigment that gives makeup a long-lasting violet color.

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Mica (CI 77019)

A shimmering mineral powder that adds glow and smooths makeup on skin.

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Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin

A chlorophyll-based colorant that gives products a green hue.

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Synthetic Mica

A lab-grown mica that gives makeup a smooth, consistent shimmer.

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Tin Oxide

A mineral powder that adds sheen and helps pigments blend evenly.

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Titanium Dioxide

A mineral sunscreen filter that blocks UV rays and brightens formulas.

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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)

The pigment-grade version of titanium dioxide used for opacity and whiteness.

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Trimethylsiloxysilicate

A silicone resin that blurs texture, controls shine, and extends wear.

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Ultramarines (CI 77007)

A mineral pigment that gives makeup a vivid, stable blue color.

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Zinc Oxide

A mineral sunscreen ingredient that shields skin gently, even if sensitive.

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Alumina

A mineral powder that blurs pores and controls shine in makeup.

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Aluminum Hydroxide

A mineral that helps pigments apply evenly and stay stable.

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Aluminum Powder (Cl 77000)

A metallic pigment that gives makeup a bold, reflective shine.

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Annatto

A plant pigment that gives products a natural yellow-orange color.

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Barium Sulfate

A mineral pigment that gives makeup bright, opaque coverage.

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Beta-Carotene

A carotenoid that adds color and antioxidant protection.

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Bixa Orellana Seed Oil

Annatto seed oil that adds a warm tint and light moisture.

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Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090)

A synthetic dye that gives products a vivid, stable blue color.

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Bronze Powder (Ci 77400)

A metallic pigment that gives makeup a warm, sparkly glow.

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Carmine (CI 75470)

A red pigment from cochineal insects used to color makeup.

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Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex

A stable green colorant derived from plant chlorophyll.

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CI 15510

A synthetic dye that gives products a vivid orange color.

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CI 15850

A synthetic pigment that gives lipstick and blush a vivid red-pink hue.

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CI 17200

A water-soluble dye that gives products a bright magenta color.

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CI 40800/Beta-Carotene

A plant-based colorant that adds a warm golden-amber tint.

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CI 42090

A synthetic blue dye used to color gels and makeup bright blue.

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Dihydroxyacetone

The active ingredient in self-tanners that develops a temporary tan.

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Erythrulose

A self-tanning sugar that builds a gradual, natural-looking glow.

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FD&C Blue 1 (CI 42090)

A synthetic dye that gives products a vivid blue color.

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FD&C Red 4 (CI 14700)

A synthetic dye that gives products cherry to crimson tones.

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FD&C Red 33 (CI 17200)

A synthetic dye that gives products magenta-to-violet tones.

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FD&C Red 40 (CI 16035)

A widely used dye that gives products a bright red-orange color.

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FD&C Yellow 5 (CI19140)

A synthetic yellow dye that colors products a clear lemon shade.

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Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510)

An iron-based pigment that gives cosmetics a deep blue color.

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Gold

A metallic ingredient that gives skin a luxurious, glowing shimmer.

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Iron Titanium Dioxide

A mineral pigment blend that gives makeup soft, earthy, natural tones.

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Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate

A pigment treatment that helps makeup color go on evenly and last.

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Magnesium Carbonate

A mineral powder that controls shine and blurs the look of pores.

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Melanin

A natural pigment used to adjust color depth in cosmetic formulas.

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Orange 5 (CI 45370)

A synthetic dye that gives products a bright, consistent orange color.

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Pearl Powder

Finely milled pearl powder that blurs pores and adds radiant shine.

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Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate

A vitamin B2-derived ingredient used to color products bright yellow.

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Stearalkonium Hectorite

A clay-based thickener that keeps oil-rich formulas smooth.

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Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

A lab-made mica that adds shimmer and radiance to makeup.

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Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Coats pigments so makeup applies more evenly with truer color.

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Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

A silicone that helps makeup resist smudging and stay put longer.

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Violet 2 (CI 60725)

A synthetic dye that gives cosmetics a stable violet or purple hue.

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Yellow Iron Oxide (CI 77492)

A mineral pigment that gives foundations and bronzers earthy yellow tones.

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Amethyst Powder

Purple quartz powder that adds shimmer and a lavender tint to makeup.

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Bismuth Oxychloride

A mineral that gives makeup a soft-focus shimmer and glow.

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Bixa Orellana Seed Extract

Annatto seed extract used as a natural colorant with antioxidants.

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Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract

Pepper fruit extract adding warmth and a subtle natural tint.

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Charcoal Powder

Absorbs excess oil and grime for a fresher, mattified complexion.

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CI 61570

A synthetic dye that gives rinse-off products a vivid green color.

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CI 77491

A mineral red iron oxide pigment used to add warm, stable color.

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Colloidal Gold

Ultra-fine gold particles that add a subtle, luminous shimmer.

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Color

Approved pigments and dyes used to give products their intended shade.

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Cyanocobalamin

Synthetic vitamin B12 used mostly to tint products pink.

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D&C 33 (CI17200)

A synthetic dye that gives products a vivid red color.

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Diamond Powder

Finely milled diamond particles that add sparkle and soft-focus glow.

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Ext. D&C Violet No. 2 (CI 60730)

A synthetic dye that gives products violet or purple color.

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Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract

A plant-based dye that adds natural yellow-to-blue-green color.

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Green 3 (CI 42053)

A synthetic dye that gives products a vivid green-blue color.

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Green 5 (CI 61570)

A synthetic dye that adds a bright green color to formulas.

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Green 6 (CI 61565)

An oil-soluble dye that colors balms and lipsticks green.

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Guaiazulene

A naturally derived blue pigment used to signal a calming, soothing feel.

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Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract

A gardenia-derived colorant that gives products a natural blue-green tint.

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Hydroxyapatite

A mineral that blurs pores and fine lines for a smoother look.

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Indigofera Tinctoria Extract

An indigo plant extract used mainly for natural coloring and calm skin.

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Juglans Nigra (Black Walnut) Extract

A black walnut extract used for tinting and a mild mattifying touch.

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Juglans Nigra (Black Walnut) Shell Extract

A walnut shell extract used for natural color and a brief tightening feel.

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Lawsonia Inermis (Henna) Extract

A henna extract that adds natural orange-red color to hair or makeup.

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Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract

A gromwell root extract used as a natural tint with a calming feel.

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Meteorite Powder

A rare mineral powder used mainly for a luminous, radiant finish.

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Moonstone Powder

A shimmering mineral powder that adds glow and blurs uneven tone.

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Orange 4 (CI 15510)

A synthetic orange dye used purely to color cosmetic products.

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Red 17 (CI 26100)

A synthetic dye used to create red or pink shades in cosmetics.

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Red 21 (CI 45380)

A bright synthetic dye used in lip glosses and nail products.

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Red 21 Lake (CI 45380)

A vivid, long-wearing red pigment for lipsticks and blushers.

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Red 22 Lake (CI 45380)

A pink-red pigment for anhydrous makeup like lip color and liner.

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Red 27 (CI 45410)

A water-soluble dye giving fuchsia-to-red tones in liquid formulas.

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Red 27 Lake (CI 45410)

An insoluble red pigment for opaque, long-wearing lip and cheek color.

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Red 28 (CI 45410)

A synthetic dye that adds pink-to-red color to lip and nail products.

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Red 28 Lake (CI 45410)

A bold red pigment for lipsticks and cream blush with smooth coverage.

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Red 30 (CI 73360)

A synthetic dye giving rosy hues to tinted balms and nail polish.

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Red 30 Lake (CI 73360)

A deep cherry-red pigment for lipsticks and solid color products.

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