INCI · colorant · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Gold(10Ppb)
Gold (CI 77480) is a metallic element used as a cosmetic colorant, identified by CAS # 7440-57-5. It is not listed as an approved colorant by the US FDA, but the INCI name CI 77480 is used to identify it as an approved colorant in the European Union, except when used in hair dye products. It is subject to Cosmetic Restriction IV/133.
Evidence level
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colorant● Benefits
Gold is used primarily as a cosmetic colorant to impart a gold/metallic appearance to formulations. The source does not provide evidence of established skin-active benefits beyond its colorant function.
brightening
● Cautions
Not approved as a colorant by the US FDA; its use in cosmetics may be subject to regulatory restrictions depending on the market. Subject to EU Cosmetic Restriction IV/133.
