Red 6 Lake
Colouring Agent/Pigment
No known benefits
Red 6 Lake at a glance
- Pigment used to add colour to makeup, food products, and skin care
- Ruled safe in its current use
- Also known as D&C Red 6 Aluminum Lake
Red 6 Lake description
Red 6 lake is a synthetic pigment used to add colour to makeup, as well as skin care and food products. The term lake refers to the process of transforming a pigment from a solid to a solution, usually using a metallic salt. This makes it insoluble in water. It is also known as D&C Red 6 Aluminum Lake, with the “D&C” designation meaning it is approved for use in drugs and cosmetics. The United States Food and Drug Administration has ruled Red 6 lake safe in its current use.