Red Iron Oxide - 100G

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Essentially Natural Red Iron Oxide is a cosmetic-grade mineral pigment used to create earthy red, terracotta and natural-looking colour tones. Its warm, muted character is ideal for cosmetic and DIY projects that need grounded colour rather than a bright synthetic-looking red. Because it is an insoluble pigment, it is dispersed into a suitable base and can be blended with black, brown, yellow or white pigments to create customised shades.

Why we love it: We choose to offer Red Iron Oxide because it gives makers dependable, natural-looking colour across a wide range of cosmetic projects. It works beautifully on its own for warm terracotta tones or as part of more nuanced shade blends. Key Properties INCI Name: CI 77491 Ingredient: Red Iron Oxide Colour: Earthy red Form: Fine pigment powder Solubility: Insoluble Cosmetic Grade: Yes Vegan Friendly: Yes Suitable For: Oil-based formulas, soaps, bath products, lotions, shower gels, shampoos and cosmetic colour blends Colour Tip: Blend with titanium dioxide to create softer red or pink-toned shades Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place What It's Used For Colouring soaps and bath products Adding earthy red and terracotta tones to cosmetics Creating natural-looking skin-tone blends Blending with black, brown and yellow iron oxides Tinting oil-based formulations Colouring lotions, shower gels and shampoos when properly dispersed Adjusting the warmth and depth of cosmetic shades Who It's For This Product Is For: Makers creating earthy red and terracotta cosmetic shades DIY soap, bath and body-care projects Formulators blending natural-looking colour palettes Projects requiring a cosmetic-grade vegan pigment Colour work that needs warm, muted tones This Product Is Not For: Water-soluble colour expectations Bright neon or vivid primary-red results Direct use as a finished cosmetic without formulation Products where pigment dispersion has not been tested How To Use As a Cosmetic Pigment: Disperse into a suitable phase or formulation base.

In Oil-Based Formulas: Pre-disperse thoroughly in a small amount of oil before adding it to the full batch. In Soaps and Bath Products: Add gradually until the preferred shade is reached. For Shade Blending: Combine with other iron oxides to create warmer, deeper or more skin-like tones. To Lighten the Shade: Blend with titanium dioxide for softer reds, pinks or muted terracotta tones.

Processing Tip: Mix thoroughly to minimise speckling and uneven colour. Testing Tip: Make a small test batch first, as the final colour will depend on the base and pigment concentration. Safety Instructions For cosmetic formulation use only Do not ingest Avoid inhaling the powder or creating airborne dust Wear suitable respiratory and eye protection when handling fine powders Avoid contact with eyes Keep out of reach of children and pets Store sealed in a cool, dry place Test finished products for colour stability, staining and suitability before use or sale FAQs Q: Is Red Iron Oxide water soluble?A: No.

It must be dispersed through the formulation rather than dissolved. Q: What colour does it produce?A: It creates warm earthy reds, rusts and terracotta-style tones rather than bright or neon red. Q: Can it be mixed with other pigments?A: Yes. Blend it with other iron oxides or titanium dioxide to adjust depth, warmth and lightness.

Q: Why should it be pre-dispersed?A: Pre-dispersion helps distribute the pigment more evenly and reduces visible speckling or colour streaks.