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Colorant

CI 51319

CAS 6358-30-1 Updated
60

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

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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