Ingredient
Red 4
Benefits
Synthetic
There are some colors that we cannot achieve using only natural pigments, so we use these as a supplement to achieve a full palette of color. Color adds to the aesthetic of a product and enhances the experience.
In the United States, colors for cosmetics must be specially pre-approved for use by the Food and Drug Administration. Each color is designated by the letters D&C (meaning suitable for drug and cosmetics), followed by a color and number designation.