Red Iron Oxide - Matte Red Pigment for Natural Cosmetics

Red Iron Oxide is a high-purity, inorganic matte pigment, widely used in natural, botanical and professional cosmetic formulations. It belongs to the iron oxide family and has been carefully refined to remove impurities, fully compliant with European cosmetic safety standards.

This pigment offers a warm red to terracotta shade with a true matte finish, making it ideal for eyeshadows, blushes, lipsticks, lip balms, and complexion products. Red Iron Oxide is a key ingredient in foundations and powders for all skin tones, used in very small quantities, as red tones naturally appear in low concentration within the skin.

In soap making, it provides stable red and terracotta hues in both cold process soaps and melt & pour bases, without color bleeding or fading. For best results, pre-disperse the pigment in a vegetable oil such as olive or almond oil before incorporation.

Due to its high concentration, only a small amount is required, and thorough blending of base powders using a mortar or mill is recommended, especially in makeup formulations.

Red Iron Oxide stands out for its color stability, safety, and versatility, making it an essential raw material for high-quality natural cosmetics.

Key Benefits & Uses

➤ Warm matte red / terracotta shade
➤ Ideal for natural & botanical cosmetics
➤ Suitable for eyeshadows, blush & lip products
➤ Essential pigment for foundations & powders
➤ Stable in natural soaps & melt & pour bases
➤ Highly concentrated, low usage rate
➤ Shelf life up to 3 years when stored properly
➤ EU cosmetic compliant

Create natural cosmetics with warm, stable color and professional results, choose Red Iron Oxide.