INCI · colorant · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Iron Oxides (Ci77499)
Iron Oxides is a collective INCI name covering three distinct pigments: red (CI 77491), yellow (CI 77492), and black (CI 77499) iron oxide. These inorganic pigments are widely used in cosmetic and makeup formulations. By blending the three shades in varying ratios, formulators can produce a broad spectrum of natural-looking flesh tones suitable for foundation, pressed powder, and other skin-colored products.
Evidence level
strongEWG score
—Comedogenic
0/5Category
colorant● Benefits
Iron Oxides are primarily used as colorants to achieve a wide range of skin-tone shades in makeup products. They are considered non-irritating and non-comedogenic according to the source data.
colorant
● Cautions
