Snapshot
- Overview
- A synthetic pigment that gives lipstick and blush a vivid red-pink hue.
- Category
- Color
- Type
- Colorant
CI 15850
CI 15850 is a synthetic red pigment listed in cosmetic color indexes, often supplied as an insoluble lake for dispersion. It's used to give vivid pink-to-red shades in lipsticks, blushers, and nail color with stable, consistent payoff.
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Our take
Is CI 15850 a Good Ingredient?
It reliably provides bold red shades with strong stability across formats, though its role is aesthetic rather than skin-active. It is widely permitted in cosmetics within regulatory limits. Consistent, low-risk performance is enough for Good, though not the strongest tier.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Delivers saturated red payoff for bold, eye-catching color. Helps the hue stay vivid throughout wear for a polished finish.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Seen in lip glosses, lip liners, cream blush sticks, and nail lacquers to achieve rich red shades in different textures.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally considered safe within approved limits; rare irritation or temporary staining can occur. Use may be restricted for certain areas (e.g., some reds not for eye area) depending on region.
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