Colorant
AZURITE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Azurite — a natural blue copper-carbonate mineral used historically as a pigment, but copper compounds are restricted in EU cosmetics due to skin, eye and aquatic toxicity concerns at higher levels.
Skin benefits
- Natural blue copper-carbonate pigment
- Historic cosmetic colourant
- Stable inorganic colour
Known concerns
- EU restrictions on copper compounds
- Possible skin and eye irritation
- Copper-salt aquatic toxicity
- Heavy-metal QC essential
- Not for leave-on at high levels
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related colorants
Check your shelf
Find AZURITE in your products.
Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains AZURITE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.
This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.