What does C Red #40 Lake do in skincare?

C Red #40 Lake is classified as "added colour" in skincare formulations. Added colour.

Is C Red #40 Lake safe for sensitive skin?

C Red #40 Lake is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.

What products contain C Red #40 Lake?

1 product in our database contains C Red #40 Lake. The highest-rated is Tums Antacid scoring 5.9/9.8.

Can I use C Red #40 Lake every day?

Colourants at cosmetic concentrations are generally fine for daily use. If you have very sensitive skin, colour-free products are available.

Added colour

C Red #40 Lake

C Red #40 Lake (C Red #40 Lake) is a added colour used in skincare to added colour. It's found in 1 product in our database, making it a less common ingredient.

What it does

Added colour

Who it's best for

Adds visual appeal to the product.

Primarily cosmetic — does not affect skincare performance
Generally safe for most skin types at standard cosmetic levels
Those with very sensitive skin may prefer colour-free formulas

Works well with

+Softens and smooths(emollient)

C Red #40 Lake

What it does

Who it's best for

Works well with

Best products with C Red #40 Lake

Moisturisers

Top products with C Red #40 Lake

Frequently asked questions

What does C Red #40 Lake do in skincare?

Is C Red #40 Lake safe for sensitive skin?

What products contain C Red #40 Lake?

Can I use C Red #40 Lake every day?

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