Snapshot
- Overview
- A synthetic dye that gives cosmetics bright red to pink color.
- Category
- Color
- Type
- Colorant
Red 4 (CI 14700)
Red 4 (CI 14700) is a synthetic, water-soluble dye used in a wide range of cosmetic and personal care products. It provides bright red to pink shades in transparent or translucent water-based formulas, giving uniform, reproducible color.
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Our take
Is Red 4 (CI 14700) a Good Ingredient?
Fair, because it's purely a colorant: it makes products look consistent and appealing but does nothing for the skin, and approvals and permitted use areas vary by region, particularly for eye-area products. That functional-only role, plus the regional patchwork of rules, is why it lands at Fair rather than Good.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Delivers vivid, clean red tones that improve visual impact and enable precise shade adjustments, performing well in clear systems without muddiness.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Used in toners, micellar waters, water-based serums, gels, and liquid wash-off products such as shampoos and body washes.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally well tolerated, though temporary staining or mild irritation may occur in sensitive skin. Approvals and use areas vary by region; verify local listings, especially for eye-area applications.
Products with Red 4 (CI 14700)
