Ingredient
CI 13015
CI 13015 is flagged for pregnancy. The concern behind the strongest flag is absorbed into the body.
- Acid Yellow 36
- D&C Yellow No. 8
Verdict by profile
Truva checks every ingredient against six profiles. Jump to any of them for the full assessment.
- Strongest verdict
- Caution Advised
- Its verdict for pregnancy, the profile this one is worst in
- Profiles flagged
- 1 of 6
- Counting avoid, high risk and medium risk
- Irritancy
- 2 of 5
- Higher means more likely to sting or redden
CI 13015 and pregnancy
Caution Advised
- Absorbed into the body
CI 13015 (Acid Yellow 36) is a synthetic yellow azo dye used as a colorant in some cosmetic products. It adds color but serves no skincare function. While specific pregnancy studies on CI 13015 are lacking, there are general concerns about synthetic azo dyes during pregnancy. Some azo dyes can break down into aromatic amines, which may have uncertain effects on fetal development. The lack of approval in the EU for cosmetic use suggests regulatory concern about its safety profile. Given the limited safety data specific to pregnancy and the fact that colorants serve only cosmetic purposes rather than therapeutic benefits, many healthcare providers recommend choosing products without questionable synthetic dyes during pregnancy. This ingredient is not approved for cosmetic use in the EU and has limited FDA approval in the US. The precautionary principle suggests avoiding synthetic colorants with limited safety data during pregnancy, especially when safer alternatives exist.
CI 13015 and breastfeeding
Safe to Use
CI 13015 is a synthetic colorant that provides yellow color to cosmetic products. It remains primarily on the skin surface with minimal absorption into the body. Colorants generally have very low systemic absorption when applied topically to intact skin, meaning minimal amounts would enter the bloodstream or breast milk. While specific breastfeeding studies are not available for CI 13015, the minimal absorption profile suggests low risk of infant exposure through milk. There are no specific warnings about this ingredient during breastfeeding. However, if you prefer to avoid synthetic colorants with limited safety data, many natural alternatives are available that provide similar cosmetic effects.
CI 13015 and postpartum
Safe to Use
- Irritant
CI 13015 is a synthetic yellow dye used in cosmetics purely for aesthetic purposes. It provides color but no skincare benefits. For postpartum women not breastfeeding, the main concern is potential skin irritation or allergic reactions, which can occur in sensitive individuals. Postpartum skin may be more reactive due to hormonal changes. If you have sensitive skin or notice irritation, choose products without synthetic dyes.
CI 13015 and trying to conceive
Safe to Use
CI 13015 is a synthetic yellow colorant with minimal systemic absorption when used topically. There is no evidence suggesting it affects fertility or reproductive hormones. Women trying to conceive can use products containing this colorant without specific concern for conception or fertility. Once pregnant, you may want to reconsider products with limited safety data, but during the TTC phase, this ingredient poses minimal theoretical risk.
CI 13015 and PCOS
Safe to Use
CI 13015 is a synthetic colorant with no known effects on hormones or metabolic function. It serves only to add color to products. There is no evidence that synthetic colorants like CI 13015 affect androgen levels, insulin sensitivity, or other hormonal factors relevant to PCOS. Women with PCOS can use products containing this ingredient without concern for hormonal interference. The primary consideration for PCOS is whether you have sensitive or acne-prone skin, as some individuals may experience irritation from synthetic dyes. This is unrelated to the hormonal aspects of PCOS and applies to anyone with reactive skin.
CI 13015 and general use
Safe to Use
- Irritant
- Common allergen
CI 13015 (Acid Yellow 36) is a synthetic azo dye used to provide yellow coloration in certain cosmetic products. It is purely cosmetic with no skincare benefits. The main concerns with CI 13015 are potential skin irritation and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Some people may develop contact dermatitis from synthetic dyes. The ingredient has limited safety data compared to more widely studied colorants. This colorant is not approved for cosmetic use in the EU and has limited FDA approval in the US, primarily restricted to specific applications. If you have sensitive skin or prefer to avoid synthetic dyes with limited regulatory acceptance, many safer natural and mineral-based colorants are available.
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Where this came from
Truva summarises published guidance from bodies including ACOG, the FDA, the EU SCCS and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review. It has no access to your medical history and it is not a substitute for your doctor, dermatologist or midwife. These assessments have not been reviewed by a clinician, and nothing here is a diagnosis or a prescription. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or being treated for PCOS, take the ingredient list to the person looking after you.
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