CI 59040
Ingredient type: COLORANT
Green dye
✨ Role: CI 59040, also known as Yellow 5 or Tartrazine, is a vibrant synthetic dye often used to add a yellow hue to cosmetics and personal care products.
Ingredient type: Water-soluble
⚕️ Safety: Yes, although some individuals may present allergic reactions, especially those sensitive to food coloring.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered vegan because it is of synthetic origin.
✨ Worth knowing: Although widely used, CI 59040 may cause sensitivities in some individuals, especially those with a known intolerance to artificial colorants. A skin test is recommended before extensive use.
Present in: Common in make-up products such as eye shadow and lipstick, as well as in certain skincare products such as lotions and colored gels.
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