Basic Red 51
Basic Red 51 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair dyeing agent. It is used in 9 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | BASIC RED 51 |
| Function | HAIR DYEING |
| CAS number | 77061-58-6 |
| EC number | 278-601-4 |
| Prevalence | 9 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 20 |
Used in
Hair Masks 33.3%Other Haircare 33.3%Conditioners 22.2%Shampoos 11.1%
Frequently asked
- What does Basic Red 51 do in skincare?
- Basic Red 51 functions as a hair dyeing agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Basic Red 51 allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Basic Red 51?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially hair masks (33.3% of its uses).
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