Introduction:
Ever wonder what is the source of the shade being used
in day-to-day cosmetics products? Perhaps you would have guess that they are natural colours derive from an array of sources. You guessed it right! But you need to be well aware of the dyes use in the products, mainly to research and search for any side-effects or harm associate with this, or the power to withstand under weather variations. We have gathered here to discuss the same.
The most common colours used in cosmetics products are Caramel, Carmine, Carotene, Annatto, Turmeric extract, and last but not the least, Zinc oxide.
The Carmine colour is subdivide into three main categories – the red carmine, purple carmine, and pink carmine.
Approval
Approval by the food regulatory body is a positive sign and means that the colour doesn't provision any harm in the long run and is safe for applying to the human skin. Each country has a food authority that ensures the safety of the product. Having said that, from the consumer’s point of view, looking up on the internet for a specific colour being mark safe would be your best bet.
Two of the world’s most recognized regulatory bodies are the EFSA and FDA. They are present in Europe and America respectively.
What’s more intriguing is that they have properly managed websites that contain informative blogs about the natural colours – a consumer can read through them, educate himself, and stay updated with the websites.
Caramel
Caramel is globally use in cosmetics products, ranging from soaps to shampoos, perfumes to body sprays, lotions to powder, etc.
It is derive from the heat given to the sugar. What adds to the value of the colour is that it is approve by the FDA and EFSA, and also appreciated by other global bodies for its performance under different conditions. Besides, the purpose of this colour being add to cosmetics is to make look the final product appealing to the eyes. This in turn leads to consumers purchasing more of the product and manufacturers enjoying profits.
Carotene
Carotene, also commonly refer to as “beta-carotene” is a hue primarily add to cosmetics products to make them look luminous. Ranging from dark yellow to orange colour, you can examine the colour being utilize in cosmetics and used for orange and lemon flavours. As per www.fda.gov, the colour is safe for skin and holds no side effects such as allergies.
Annatto
The third one to hit the list is Annatto. The hue is extract from the plant termed as “Achiote”. Another reliable colour that is particularly use in hair dyes. The colour is report to provide positive results and cannot miss the cosmetics manufacturing process. As far as skin is concerned, you're at minimal possible risk, and Annatto is tolerable by the skin.
Other applications
The above-mentioned colours are not restrict to a specific category of product. They are widely use in consumer goods, most importantly the foods we eat regularly and the clothes we wear.
Conclusion
In a nutshell, the above-mentioned colours are the most examined in the cosmetics category. If you want to be educated more about these colours, you always have an internet connection at your back. Researching about these and consulting specialists are worth your time in the long run.
