CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake)
A red cosmetic lake colorant. It tints lipsticks and blushes at low levels and does not affect skincare action. Approved for EU cosmetics.
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
- Moderate
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake) is an insoluble lake form of a synthetic azo dye. INCI: CI 15850. In a formula it gives a red-pink shade; the lake form makes the color durable and opaque, so it is widely used in lipsticks, blushes, and color cosmetics. It is a colorant, not a skincare active. It does not act on skin and is added to the formula for color. Regulation and tolerance. In the EU, cosmetic colorants are governed by Annex IV of Regulation 1223/2009 with restrictions. Irritation potential is low, but azo dyes are occasional contact allergens, so people prone to dye reactions should keep this in mind. Pregnancy safety. Used in small amounts, systemically negligible.
Frequently asked questions
Is CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake) safe during pregnancy?
CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake) is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake) for?
CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake) suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake) and what does it do in cosmetics?
A red cosmetic lake colorant.
What's the INCI name for CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake)?
The INCI name is CI 15850. It may also appear as: Red 7 Lake.
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Other functional ingredients
Yellow 6 (CI 15985), CI 16035 (Red 40), CI 17200 (Red 33), Tartrazine (CI 19140, Yellow 5), Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, PEG-8 Laurate, Sodium Anisate, Vanillin
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