Green 6
What Green 6 is & what it does
Green 6 is a synthetic anthraquinone colorant (also known as Solvent Green 3 or D&C Green No. 6) used to impart a green tint to cosmetic products. In sunscreen and skincare formulas its role is purely aesthetic, adjusting the color of the product rather than providing any skin benefit. It is an oil-soluble dye typically used at very low concentrations.
What does Green 6 do in skincare?
Green 6 is a synthetic green colorant used to give cosmetic and sunscreen products a specific shade. Its role is purely cosmetic, adjusting the color of the formula, and it does not provide any skin benefit. It is typically used at very low concentrations.
Is Green 6 safe?
Green 6 is a regulated cosmetic colorant approved for use in many product types at restricted levels. Used within these limits it is generally considered acceptable, though some people can be sensitive to added colorants. Anyone with reactive skin may prefer dye-free formulas or a patch test.
Is Green 6 natural or synthetic?
Green 6 is a synthetic colorant from the anthraquinone dye family, also known as D&C Green No. 6. It is manufactured rather than sourced from plants or minerals.
Sunscreens with Green 6
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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Garnier Ambre Solaire UV Water Sun Cream Spray SPF20
74/100
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Banana Boat Kids Mineral Foam Sunscreen SPF 50, Berry Blast
73/100
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Garnier UV Water Spray SPF 30
73/100
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Garnier Ambre Solaire Uv Water Clear Sun Cream Spray Spf 30
73/100
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Lotus Herbals Aloesoft Daily Body Lotion Spf 20
63/100
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ISDIN Fotoprotector Hydro2 Lotion 50+ SPF
62/100
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ISDIN Fotoprotector Hydolotion Fps50+
60/100