Colorant
CI 15850
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Lithol Rubine BCA — a red azo dye widely used in lipstick. Allowed in EU cosmetics under specific lake forms; standard azo-dye sensitivity caveat applies.
Function
Skin benefits
- Bright red colorant for lipsticks
- EU-permitted cosmetic colour
- Stable in stick formats
Known concerns
- Azo-dye chemistry
- Potential allergen for sensitive users
- EU restricts to non-mucosa or specific lake forms
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
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