CI 77289 (Chromium Hydroxide Green)
Emerald-green mineral pigment – hydrated chromium oxide. Brighter and cooler than CI 77288. Used in eyeshadows, eyeliners, mineral makeup. Stable, inert. Banned for lips in the US (FDA).
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
Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI 77289) is an emerald-green mineral pigment, hydrated chromium oxide Cr2O3·2H2O. Produced by alkali precipitation of chromium salts. Shade is brighter, more translucent, and cooler than CI 77288 (chromium oxide). Where applied. Decorative cosmetics: eyeshadows, eyeliners, mineral makeup accents, professional body-paint colors. Concentration 1-25%. In Spain – in niche and professional decorative cosmetics Mac, Make Up For Ever, Sensilis. Difference from CI 77288. Chromium hydroxide (CI 77289) is brighter, emerald, translucent. The oxide (CI 77288) is matte, olive. Chromium hydroxide contains crystallization water, making the structure less dense and more light-permeable. Mechanism. Pure mineral pigment. Does not react with skin, does not penetrate the epidermis. Colors the surface via light reflection. Stable. Evidence base. A functional pigment. No therapeutic efficacy. Safety. CIR confirmed safety. Cr+3 is non-toxic and non-allergenic. In quality pigments Cr+6 content is controlled (<10 ppm in the EU). FDA has banned it in lip and mucosal products since 1976. Chromate and allergy controversy. Same as CI 77288: low-quality refining may leave Cr+6 contamination. Chrome-allergic patients – use with caution. Pregnancy and lactation – safe. Acceptable at any stage. Suitable for. Universal in decorative cosmetics. Metal- and chrome-allergic patients – patch-test on a small area.
Frequently asked questions
Is CI 77289 (Chromium Hydroxide Green) safe during pregnancy?
CI 77289 (Chromium Hydroxide Green) is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is CI 77289 (Chromium Hydroxide Green) for?
CI 77289 (Chromium Hydroxide Green) suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is CI 77289 (Chromium Hydroxide Green) and what does it do in cosmetics?
Emerald-green mineral pigment – hydrated chromium oxide.
What's the INCI name for CI 77289 (Chromium Hydroxide Green)?
The INCI name is CI 77289. It may also appear as: Chromium Hydroxide Green, Hydrated Chromium Oxide, Pigment Green 18.
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