Red 6
Colouring Agent/Pigment
No known benefits
Red 6 at a glance
- Pigment used to add colour to makeup and skin care
- Ruled safe in its current use
- Also known as D&C Red No. 6
Red 6 description
Red 6 is a synthetic pigment used to add colour to makeup, as well as skin care products. It is water soluble. The United States Food and Drug Administration has ruled Red 6 safe in its current use. It is also known as D&C Red No. 6, indicating it is approved for use in drugs and cosmetics, but not in foods.