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Natural Colors

What are Natural Colors?

Natural colors are dyes and pigments that are eco-friendly, natural, and non-toxic, which makes them desired in a variety of cleaning, cosmetic, and personal care products.

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Natural Color Examples & Applications

Cleaning
Sources:

Green – Chlorophyll from plants

Yellow/Orange – Annatto from achiote tree seeds

Yellow – Curcumin from turmeric

Applications:

Liquid detergents, various soaps, surface cleaners

Cosmetic
Sources:

Blue-Green Algae – Spirulina

Deep Red – Beetroot

Red – Carmine from cochineal insects

Sparkling Minerals – Mica

Applications:

Blushes, eyeshadows, lipsticks, lip tints

Nutritional Supplement
Sources:

Red – Lycopene from tomatoes

Orange – Beta-carotene from carrots

Purple – Anthocyanins from berries

Applications:

Antioxidants, brain health, detoxification, heart health, vitamin A supplements

Personal Care
Sources:

Indigo – Plants

Red – Alkanet root

Yellow – Turmeric

Applications:

Hair dyes, lip balms, lotions, perfumes, shampoos, soaps

Pharmaceutical
Sources:

Green/Blue – Chlorophyll & Spirulina

Purple – Anthocyanins

Yellow/Orange – Saffron

Applications:

Medications (pills, syrups, tablets)

About American International Ingredients - A Natural Colors Supplier

American International Ingredients is a leading natural colors supplier with an additional full service portfolio of over 2500 personal care and cosmetic ingredients. We offer one of the most extensive lines of colors & dyes distributed to manufacturers and processors in the cosmetic, makeup, personal care, nutritional supplement, and household & commercial cleaning sectors. With a strategic nationwide warehouse network and our reliable just-in-time deliveries, we can supply your business with high quality colors & dyes at competitive prices.