Iron Oxides
Mineral pigments – red (CI 77491), yellow (CI 77492), black (CI 77499). Color foundations, BB creams, eyeshadows, lipsticks, and mineral sunscreens. They also block visible light – the only pigments that protect against HEV/blue light. Safe during pregnancy and for sensitive skin.
Evidence by route
Topical application
BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations.
Beyond color, RCTs (Boukari 2015, Ferrand 2014) show that iron oxides combined with mineral UV filters reduce visible-light and HEV-induced pigmentation by 60-100% in melasma and PIH patients. This is why tinted sunscreens are recommended for hyperpigmentation.
- Boukari F et al. Prevention of melasma relapses with sunscreen combining protection against UV and short wavelengths of visible light. JAAD 2015.
- Ferrand FR et al. Photoprotection in patients with skin diseases. Ann Dermatol Venereol 2014.
Tolerability and safety
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
SafeSkin types
Suitable for
Frequently asked questions
¿Es seguro Iron Oxides durante el embarazo?
Iron Oxides se considera seguro durante el embarazo en concentraciones cosméticas habituales. La absorción sistémica a través de la piel es mínima.
¿Para qué tipos de piel sirve Iron Oxides?
Iron Oxides es adecuado para: normal, seca, mixta, grasa, sensible.
¿Qué es Iron Oxides y para qué se usa en cosmética?
Mineral pigments – red (CI 77491), yellow (CI 77492), black (CI 77499).
¿Cómo se llama Iron Oxides en la nomenclatura INCI?
El nombre INCI del componente es Iron Oxides. También puede aparecer como: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499.