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.

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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

Common product categories

makeuphair dyecolored skincare

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