Manganese Violet (Ci 77742)
AKA “Manganese Violet”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Manganese violet (Ci 77742)
Synthetic · Colorant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Colorant
Synthetic
Clean
A synthetic pigment that adds vibrant purple and violet tones to makeup and beauty products for rich, long-lasting color.
CAS #
10101-66-3
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Functions
Colorant
Gives the product its color. Purely aesthetic — makes the formula look good in the jar but does nothing for your skin.
Improves Elasticity
Antioxidant
Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress
Anti-Inflammatory
Adds color to product
Traditional Use
Developed as a synthetic iron oxide pigment in the 19th century to provide a stable, durable violet color for cosmetics and industrial applications.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR