Iron Oxides

The Basics On Iron Oxides

What is Iron Oxides?

Compounds of iron that are used as colorings in some cosmetics.

What are other names for Iron Oxides?

BLACK IRON OXIDE, BLACK OXIDE OF IRON, BROWN IRON OXIDE, C.I. PIGMENT BROWN 7, CI 77489, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, FERRIC OXIDE, FERROSOFERRIC OXIDE, FERROUS-FERRIC OXIDE, HYDRATED FERRIC OXIDE, IRON BLACK OXIDE, IRON HYDROXIDE OXIDE, IRON OXIDE, IRON OXIDE (FEO), IRON OXIDE RED 10-34-PC-2045, IRON OXIDES, IRON YELLOW OXIDE, IRON(II) OXIDE, MAGNETITE, NATURAL IRON OXIDE, PIGMENT BLACK 11, PIGMENT BROWN 6, PIGMENT BROWN 7, PIGMENT RED 101, PIGMENT YELLOW 42, PIGMENT YELLOW 43, RED IRON OXIDE, SYNTHETIC IRON OXIDE, YELLOW IRON OXIDE, and YELLOW OXIDE OF IRON

What is Iron Oxides used for?

Iron oxides have been used in the cosmetic industry since the early 1900s as natural, inexpensive, and durable pigments. … One of the main reasons why these compounds are used in makeup and beauty products is because they give the products rich and intense colour. Another reason is their admirable staying power.

How Iron Oxides is classified

Coloring Agents/Pigments

Recommendations for using Iron Oxides during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Iron Oxides During Pregnancy

What we know about using Iron Oxides while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

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General safety info about Iron Oxides from CIR

No report found.

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Products where you might find Iron Oxides

bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Mineral Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15; bareMinerals Matte Loose Powder Mineral Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15;Dr. Barbara Sturm Glow Drops