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Colorant

CI 77480

CAS 7440-57-5 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Colloidal gold (CI 77480), an approved cosmetic colorant. Inert, hypoallergenic, mostly used for shimmer and prestige; basically a luxury marketing flex.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Inert metallic colorant
  • Adds shimmer to luxury products
  • Hypoallergenic in pure form

Known concerns

  • Trace impurity profile depends on grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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