Snapshot
- Overview
- A synthetic dye that adds a bright green color to formulas.
- Category
- Color
- Type
- Colorant
Green 5 (CI 61570)
Green 5 (CI 61570) is a synthetic, water-soluble dye used across cosmetics, personal care items, and toiletries. Brands use it to deliver vivid green tones, standardize batch color, and boost shelf appeal in gels, lotions, bath formulas, and select makeup.
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Our take
Is Green 5 (CI 61570) a Good Ingredient?
It's Fair because, while it delivers vivid, uniform green color reliably in water-based formulas, it serves mainly aesthetic purposes with minimal direct skin benefit and a small irritation or staining risk for very sensitive users.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Adds a bright green shade that improves product look and helps deliver a uniform appearance across uses. Improves shelf appeal by making formulas visually distinctive.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in water-based formats like toners, liquid soaps, shampoos, and micellar waters, as well as colorful face mists. Also used in lightweight serums and gel cleansers that require soluble dyes.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally considered safe at typical cosmetic levels. May cause mild irritation or temporary staining on sensitive or compromised skin; discontinue if redness or itching occurs.
Products with Green 5 (CI 61570)
