Snapshot
- Overview
- A water-soluble dye that gives products a bright magenta color.
- Category
- Color
- Type
- Colorant
CI 17200
CI 17200 is a synthetic red dye designated in the cosmetic color index and soluble in water. It's used to create bright magenta or fuchsia tones in gels, rinses, and liquid makeup where transparent color and easy blending are wanted.
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Our take
Is CI 17200 a Good Ingredient?
Delivering transparent pink-to-magenta shades with strong tint strength in water-based formulas, while offering no direct skincare effects. Its consistent performance and blendability justify the rating.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Provides bright, pink-leaning color with clear transparency in aqueous formulas. Useful for fine-tuning rosy tones without adding heaviness.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in shampoos, body washes, toners, and liquid tints to add lively magenta accents.
Before you use it
Safety
Typically well tolerated, though occasional sensitivity or staining is possible. Use is regulated and may be limited by product type or area in some regions (e.g., near-eye restrictions).
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