Carmine
CI 75470
1Very low risk. Unlikely to clog pores for most people.
Insect-derived red. Not vegan, and a rare allergen.
What it does
pigment
How solid is that number
The rating is graded moderate. Reasonably supported, but from fewer or less direct sources than the best-established ratings.
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