Dyelow risk Common irritant
Cosmetic Dyes
INCI · Various
Synthetic colorants (FD&C and D&C dyes) used in cosmetics. The AAD recommends avoiding dyes in skincare products for eczema-prone skin.
Why dermatologists flag it
AAD-listed irritant — synthetic colorants can trigger eczema flares
Names to look for on labels
Cosmetic Dyes appears under any of these names — manufacturers choose between INCI, common, and local-language terms freely.
VariousColorantFD&C DyeD&C DyeCI ColorantArtificial ColorSynthetic DyeFD&C RedFD&C BlueFD&C Yellow
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