Ingredient · dataset v56

CI 19140 and fungal acne

No known trigger

Why it's not a known trigger

A synthetic colorant with no fatty chain.

Used in tiny amounts for color.

Evidence strength

Judged neutral — no trigger evidence

Function

Colorant

Also listed as

Yellow 5, Tartrazine, FD&C Yellow 5, Yellow 5 Lake

Checked products with this ingredient (1)

Product types: Toners

Toners (1)

Related colorant

Sources

EU CosIng database — search the INCI name

Last reviewed: 2026-10-13 (dataset v56).

Questions

Does CI 19140 trigger fungal acne?

No known trigger: A synthetic colorant with no fatty chain.

Does CI 19140 feed Malassezia?

No known link: CI 19140 is judged with no known trigger. One screened ingredient is not a product verdict — when in doubt, ask a dermatologist.

Is this medical advice?

No. We screen ingredient lists; we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. When in doubt, ask a dermatologist.

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Not medical advice: we screen ingredient lists for potential triggers — we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. Dataset v56.