Red Iron Oxide - 100G

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Essentially Natural Red Iron Oxide is a certified cosmetic-grade red pigment used to create earthy red, terracotta and natural-looking colour tones in cosmetic and DIY formulations. Iron oxides are insoluble pigments, so they need to be dispersed into a suitable base rather than dissolved. Red Iron Oxide can be used on its own or blended with other iron oxides, such as black, brown and yellow, to create a wider range of natural-looking shades.

Why we love it: Red Iron Oxide is a useful staple for natural-looking colour work. It gives warm earthy tones rather than bright synthetic-looking colour, making it ideal for grounded cosmetic shades and subtle colour adjustments. Key Properties INCI Name: CI 77491 Ingredient: Iron Oxide, Red Colour: Earthy red Form: Pigment powder Solubility: Insoluble Cosmetic Grade: Yes Vegan Friendly: Yes Profile: Cosmetic pigment for earthy red and natural-looking tones Suitable For: Oil-Based Formulas, Soaps, Bath Bombs, Bath Salts, Lotions, Shower Gels, Shampoos, Colour Blends And DIY Cosmetic Projects Colour Tip: Titanium dioxide can be added to lighten the shade What It's Used For Colouring soaps and bath products Adding earthy red tones to cosmetic formulas Creating natural-looking skin tone and colour blends Blending with black, brown and yellow iron oxides Tinting oil-based formulations Colouring lotions, shower gels and shampoos where properly dispersed DIY pigment work for natural-looking cosmetic shades Who It's For This Product Is For: Makers creating earthy red cosmetic shades DIY users colouring soaps, bath products and body care formulations Formulators blending natural-looking skin tone pigments Projects where a cosmetic-grade vegan pigment is needed Colour work that needs muted, earthy tones rather than bright colours This Product Is Not For: Food use Internal use Ready-to-use colour application without formulation Water-soluble colour expectations Bright neon or vivid red colour goals Products where pigment dispersion has not been tested How To Use As a Cosmetic Pigment: Disperse into a suitable phase or base according to your formulation.

In Oil-Based Formulas: Pre-disperse into oil for smoother colour distribution. In Soaps And Bath Products: Add gradually until the desired shade is reached. For Shade Blending: Combine with other iron oxides to create warmer, deeper or more skin-like tones. To Lighten Colour: Blend with titanium dioxide where a softer red or pink-toned result is wanted.

Processing Tip: Mix thoroughly to avoid speckling and uneven colour. Testing Tip: Make a small test batch first, as pigment strength and final shade depend on the base. Safety Instructions For cosmetic formulation use only Do not ingest Avoid inhaling powder and avoid creating airborne dust Wear a mask and eye protection when handling fine powders Avoid contact with eyes Keep out of reach of children and pets Store sealed in a cool, dry place Test final products for colour stability, staining potential and suitability before use or sale FAQs Q: Is Red Iron Oxide water soluble?

A: No, it is insoluble and needs to be dispersed rather than dissolved. Q: What kind of colour does Red Iron Oxide give? A: It gives earthy red and terracotta-style tones rather than bright or neon colours. Q: Can I mix Red Iron Oxide with other pigments? A: Yes, it can be blended with other iron oxides to create a wider range of natural-looking shades.

Q: Can titanium dioxide lighten the colour? A: Yes, titanium dioxide can be added where a softer or lighter shade is wanted.