Colorant
CI 51319
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Pigment Violet 23 — a synthetic dioxazine purple pigment used in makeup and nail products. Banned in EU hair dyes but allowed elsewhere; generally inert but specific dermal data is thin.
Skin benefits
- Stable purple pigment for makeup and nails
- Lightfast color
- Effective at low concentrations
Known concerns
- EU prohibits in hair-dye products
- Synthetic dioxazine pigment — limited dermal safety data
- Trace heavy-metal impurities possible
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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