Snapshot
- Overview
- A synthetic dye giving rosy hues to tinted balms and nail polish.
- Category
- Color
- Type
- Colorant
Red 30 (CI 73360)
Red 30 (CI 73360) is a synthetic red dye approved for use in cosmetic and personal care products. It provides vivid rosy hues in tinted balms, blush, liquid tints, and nail lacquers, performing reliably in water-based and water-compatible systems.
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Our take
Is Red 30 (CI 73360) a Good Ingredient?
Fair, because it's a color additive whose entire contribution is visual, with no benefit to the skin, and it can occasionally cause slight irritation or temporary staining on sensitive skin. That's a routine Fair for a functional colorant.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Delivers lively rosy tones with uniform dispersion for a smooth, streak-free look, improving visual brightness without heavy opacity.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in tinted balms, fluid cheek stains, and nail lacquer to create vivid hues, and also used in liquid lip tints and water-based color gels.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally safe when formulated within regulatory limits. May occasionally cause slight irritation or temporary staining, particularly on sensitive skin. Stop use if persistent discomfort appears.
Products with Red 30 (CI 73360)
