Red 22 Lake (CI 45380)
Red 22 Lake (CI 45380)
RED
6/10
Concern level
Moderate concern
Red 22 Lake (CI 45380) is an insoluble synthetic color additive used primarily to impart red to pink color in cosmetics such as lip products, blushes, and some color cosmetics. As a lake pigment, it is designed for good color stability and dispersibility in oil-based or anhydrous systems rather than for skin treatment benefits.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Chemical Properties
Molecular Weight
691.85 g/molTypical Concentration
0.00% - 10.00%CAS Number: 17372-87-1
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin6/10
oily skin8/10
sensitive skin4/10
acne prone8/10
mature skin6/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No specific biochemical interactions are known; compatibility is mainly formulation-dependent., May be less suitable in very low-pH systems if pigment dispersion or stability is compromised.
Risks & Warnings
Main concerns are cosmetic: potential stinging, irritation, or sensitivity reactions in reactive users. As with other color additives, use must comply with regulatory restrictions and product-specific purity specifications. It does not provide skin-benefit activity and is not expected to be comedogenic.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
