Science
Mechanism of Action
This ingredient functions as a colorant, delivering a blue hue to cosmetic products, and subsequently to skin, nails, or hair upon topical application. It achieves this by selectively reflecting blue wavelengths of light.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Low confidenceN/A
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Stability
CI 69800 exhibits remarkable stability against light and heat, boasting an excellent light-fastness rating of 7-8 on an 8-point scale (where 8 is superior). It remains structurally stable and does not decompose when heated up to 250°C, with tolerance extending to 300°C.
Conflicts
- strong oxidizing agents
- chlorine
Safety
Safety Profile
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has not evaluated CI 69800. In the European Union, while colorants must be listed in Annex IV of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and undergo SCCS safety evaluations, specific SCCS opinions or explicit Annex IV listings with usage restrictions for CI 69800 were not identified in the provided research. In the United States, cosmetic color additives require FDA approval for their intended use; however, CI 69800 (Pigment Blue 60) is not explicitly listed as an approved cosmetic color additive in the available FDA resources. This indicates a current absence of clear regulatory clearance for cosmetic application in major markets.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
Due to a lack of explicit regulatory approval or specific safety assessments for cosmetic use in both the EU and US, the suitability of CI 69800 for precision skincare formulations is currently considered uncertain.
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