Carmine (CI 75470)
AKA “Carmine”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Carmine (CI 75470)
Ingredient · Cosmetic Colorant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Colorant
Not Clean
Carmine (CI 75470) is a cosmetic ingredient.
Formula
C22H20O13
Mol. Weight
492.4
CAS #
1390-65-4
Form
Powder
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Functions
Cosmetic Colorant
Gives the product its color. Purely aesthetic — makes the formula look good in the jar but does nothing for your skin.
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Provides red pigmentation
Adds color to cosmetics
Delivers bright red hue
Traditional Use
A natural red pigment derived from the cochineal insect, used for cosmetic coloring since at least the 15th century in Europe after Spanish conquest of the Americas. Historically one of the most expensive and valued colorants in cosmetics and textiles.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Gold Bar – Jillian Dempsey
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Lit Up Highlight Stick - Pärla
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Lit Up Highlight Stick - Garçonne
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Super Loaded Tinted Highlight - Peau de Peony
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Lit Up Highlight Stick - Biscuit
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Lit Up Highlight Stick - Nectar
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Lit Up Highlight Stick - Brûlée
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Lit Up Highlight Stick - Lit
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Squeaky Clean Liquid Lip Balm - Garçonne
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Khôl Eyeliner
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Cream Blush
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Lip Crème
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Cheek Tint – Jillian Dempsey
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Natural Khôl Eyeliner – Jillian Dempsey
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Lid Tint – Jillian Dempsey
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR