Red Oxide - Garnet Red

Deep garnet-toned mineral pigment for rich, dimensional reds and wine-inspired shades.

INCI Name: Iron Oxides (CI 77491)

Appearance: Fine deep red powder with garnet undertone

Solubility: Dispersible in oils

Function: Cosmetic pigment / colorant

For formulation use only. Always evaluate dispersion and final shade in your specific system.

Red Oxide – Garnet Red delivers a deeper, more blue-balanced red compared to standard red iron oxides. It is ideal for creating sophisticated shades such as wine, burgundy, plum-red, and deeper skin-tone adjustments where warmth needs to be controlled without shifting orange.

• Provides rich, garnet-style depth for refined color systems
• Excellent light, heat, and oxidation stability
• High tint strength allows precise shade control
• Matte finish suited for complexion and lip applications
• Helps neutralize overly warm or orange-toned blends

• Lipsticks, balms, and glosses requiring wine or berry tones
• Blushes and bronzers with deeper undertones
• Foundations needing depth adjustment
• Pressed powders and mineral makeup
• Eye products and contour systems

• Typical use level: 0.1–10% depending on intensity
• Pre-wet using carriers such as Castor Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, or Isododecane
• Use high-shear mixing for optimal color development

• Blend with yellow iron oxide to create warm garnet tones
• Add small amounts of black iron oxide for depth-driven shades
• Pre-dispersion improves uniformity and prevents streaking

• Color Index: CI 77491
• Permitted for use as a cosmetic colorant in accordance with applicable cosmetic regulations
• For externally applied cosmetic products only

• Store tightly sealed in a dry environment
• Avoid moisture and contamination
• Handle with clean, dry tools

Supplied as a cosmetic raw material only. The finished-product manufacturer is responsible for regulatory compliance and validating performance in their formulation.