Manganese violet (CI 77742)

Manganese violet, also known by the names sulphur herb, rennet, goose grass, everlasting friendship, straw of the Virgin Mary, St. John's flower, is extremely important in the cosmetic industry. It is a pigment whose chemical name is based on the presence of manganese in its composition. This mineral is essential for the manufacture of many cosmetic products. It has gained its popularity mainly due to its unique, striking purple colour. Manganese violet is a nontoxic, reputable and safe pigment that is trusted and widely used in makeup manufacturing worldwide.

In practice, Manganese violet is very widely used. It is most commonly found in a range of blush shades, eye shadows, lipsticks, nail polishes and powders. Its advantage is that it can create a saturated and rich colour that is very stable, does not fade and does not break down. It is especially popular in the professional make-up industry, as it perfectly enhances the quality of the final make-up and visually improves it. Thanks to its versatility, this pigment is part of many cosmetic palettes and is essential for creating long-lasting, high-quality make-up. It is also successfully used in hair colour, where it provides intense and long-lasting shades.