Red 40
Colouring Agent/Pigment
No known benefits
Red 40 at a glance
- Pigment used to add colour to makeup and skin care
- Ruled safe in its current use
- Also known as FD&C Red 40
Red 40 description
Red 40 is a synthetic pigment used to add colour to makeup, as well as skin care. It is soluble in water. The United States Food and Drug Administration has ruled Red 40 safe in its current use. Its alternate name is FD&C Red 40, indicating its approval for use in food, drugs, and cosmetics.