Snapshot
- Overview
- A water-soluble dye giving fuchsia-to-red tones in liquid formulas.
- Category
- Color
- Type
- Colorant
Red 27 (CI 45410)
Red 27 (CI 45410) is a synthetic red colorant typically supplied as a water-soluble dye for personal care formulations. It provides bright fuchsia-to-red shades in liquid and gel products such as lip tints, shampoos, and bath items.
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Our take
Is Red 27 (CI 45410) a Good Ingredient?
Fair, because it improves product appearance without contributing anything skincare-related, and it can stain skin or irritate sensitive users occasionally. A purely cosmetic colorant with a mild irritation caveat is a textbook Fair.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Creates bright, sheer-to-vivid tones with a lightweight feel, and disperses easily for consistent color in water-based systems.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Found in lip stains, liquid blushes, foaming cleansers, and toners.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally considered safe as formulated; may stain skin or cause mild irritation in sensitive users. Ensure compliance with regional colorant rules and discontinue use if irritation occurs.
Products with Red 27 (CI 45410)
