Snapshot
- Overview
- A vitamin B2-derived ingredient used to color products bright yellow.
- Category
- Color
- Type
- Colorant
Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate
Sodium riboflavin phosphate is the water-soluble sodium salt of riboflavin phosphate used in cosmetics as a regulated color additive. It's included to give a bright yellow hue and maintain color consistency in serums, creams, and bath products.
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Our take
Is Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate a Good Ingredient?
It rates Good as a water-soluble colorant with good shade stability and a low irritation profile, widely used to impart yellow hues. The rating reflects strong practical use and regulatory oversight rather than any skin-active benefits.
What it does
Skin Benefits
It provides a vivid yellow shade that improves visual appeal, and helps keep color looking uniform over time.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
It's used in serums, creams, and bath products to color formulas and create consistent, attractive tones.
Before you use it
Safety
It's typically well tolerated with low irritation potential; it may lightly stain skin or fabrics at higher loads. As a regulated color additive, use levels and labeling should comply with applicable regional cosmetic colorant regulations.
Products with Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate
