Caramel
A natural brown colorant. It tints the formula, common in lip balms. Well tolerated.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Caramel is a natural brown colorant made by the controlled heating of sugars. INCI: Caramel. In a formula it gives the product a golden-brown shade. It is a colorant, not a skincare active. It does not act on skin and is added to the formula for color at low concentrations. Regulation. In the EU, cosmetic colorants are governed by Annex IV of Regulation 1223/2009; caramel is on that list and is widely used as a food and cosmetic colorant. Pregnancy safety. Used in trace amounts, systemically negligible, with no evidence of harm. It can be used during pregnancy and lactation. Tolerance. Irritation and allergen potential are low, suitable for sensitive skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Caramel safe during pregnancy?
Caramel is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Caramel for?
Caramel suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Caramel and what does it do in cosmetics?
A natural brown colorant.
What's the INCI name for Caramel?
The INCI name is Caramel. It may also appear as: Caramel Color.
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Similar role in the formula
Other functional ingredients
Carbomer, Carbonated Water, Carmine, Carnauba Wax, Glyceryl Cocoate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, PPG-14 Butyl Ether, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
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