D&C Red 6

Warm red lake pigment designed for classic lipstick reds, corals, and orange-red shade development.

INCI Name: Red 6 Lake (CI 15850)

Appearance: Fine red powder with warm undertone

Solubility: Dispersible in oils

Function: Cosmetic colorant

For formulation use only. Must be properly dispersed to achieve smooth, uniform color payoff.

D&C Red 6 is a widely used cosmetic lake pigment valued for its warm, classic red tone and reliable performance in anhydrous and oil-based systems. Its pigment form allows for controlled color development with reduced bleeding compared to water-soluble dyes, making it a staple for lip and color cosmetic formulations.

• Creates warm red-to-orange-red shades with strong payoff
• Designed for oil-based, wax-based, and anhydrous systems
• Reduced migration compared to soluble dyes
• Buildable color intensity for precise shade matching
• Reliable stability in lip and pressed powder applications

• Lipsticks, balms, glosses, and lip oils
• Anhydrous sticks and cream color cosmetics
• Pressed powders and blush systems
• Coral, brick, and warm red shade development
• Wax-based cosmetic formulations

• Typical use level: 0.05–5% depending on desired intensity
• Disperse into oils prior to incorporation into the main batch
• Suitable carriers include Castor Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, or Isododecane
• High-shear mixing or milling improves smoothness and color uniformity

• Create a pigment grind for consistent production results
• Blend with Yellow 6 Lake to enhance warmth and coral tones
• Combine with Red 7 Lake for deeper blue-red balance
• Adjust opacity and softness using titanium dioxide

• Color Index: CI 15850
• This material is supplied as a cosmetic raw material.
• This product is NOT batch certified.
• The finished-product manufacturer is responsible for determining regulatory suitability for the intended market and application.

• Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry environment
• Avoid moisture and contamination
• Use clean, dry handling tools

Supplied for cosmetic formulation use only. Not intended for direct application. Responsibility for compliance with applicable regulations rests with the finished-product manufacturer.