colorants

Beet Juice Powder (for color)

Beet Juice Powder (for color)

colorant

INCI Name

Beet Juice Powder (f...

Functions

1 Roles

Sustainability

9/10

Category

colorants

What It Does

Beet Juice Powder is derived from the juice of Beta vulgaris (red beet) roots, concentrated and dried into a powder form. Its vivid pink-to-red hue comes from betalain pigments, specifically betacyanins, which are water-soluble and provide a naturally derived alternative to synthetic red colorants like Red 40. Formulators choose it for clean-label, natural, and organic cosmetic products such as lip balms, blushes, and tinted skincare, though its color stability is sensitive to heat, light, and alkaline pH, requiring careful formulation to maintain vibrancy.

Enhances formula performance
Contributes to product quality
Supports formulation goals
Improves user experience

Technical Properties

pH Range

3.5-7.0

Optimal working range

Ionic Charge

anionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

none

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

water-based systemshumectantsglycolsmild surfactantsnonionic emulsifiersnatural gums and thickeners

Avoid Combining

strong oxidizing agentshigh-pH systems above pH 7prolonged heat exposureUV-exposed formulations without UV protectionreducing agentshigh concentrations of metal ions
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

9/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Beta vulgaris (red beet) roots, spray-dried or freeze-dried into powder form

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