Yellow oxide is a mineral pigment widely used for coloring cosmetic and personal care products. It’s very stable, non-bleeding, and safe for topical use when cosmetic grade. Pigment that gives the yellow tones in your foundation. Blended with red and black iron oxides, it is essential in all "flesh-toned" makeup products.
Makeup Applications
Yellow oxide is commonly used in:
Foundations & BB creams – adjusts warm/golden undertones
Concealers – corrects purple/blue discoloration
Face powders – balances shade tone
Blush & bronzer – adds warmth
Eyeshadows – earthy, mustard, gold tones
Lipsticks & balms – soft yellow/golden tint
Skincare & Cosmetic Formulation
Since you’re developing cosmetic products, this may interest you:
Used in tinted serums
Tinted sunscreen
Corrective creams
Mineral makeup
Natural-looking color adjustment in creams
It’s oil-dispersible but can also be pre-dispersed in glycerin or propanediol for water-based systems.
Soap & Personal Care
Cold process & melt-and-pour soaps
Bath bombs
Lotion bars
Body butters
Very stable in high pH (great for soap).
Formulation Tips
✔ Use cosmetic grade only
✔ Pre-disperse in oil for smooth texture (no clumping)
✔ Typical usage: 0.1–5% depending on intensity
✔ For face products, micronized iron oxides give smoother finish
It is often blended with:
Red Iron Oxide (CI 77491)
Black Iron Oxide (CI 77499)
Titanium Dioxide to create custom shades.
Bright Yellow Oxide
