INCI name

GOLD CHLORIDE HCL

Chloroauric acid

ColorantHumectantBasic data from CosIng

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Functions

Colorant
Exclusively or mainly intended to colour the cosmetic product, the body as a whole or certain parts thereof, by absorption or reflection of visible light; (precursors of oxidative hair colorants shall be deemed colorants). All authorised colorants are substances in the positive list of Annex IV to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
Humectant
Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.

EU regulation

EU · Annex II, entry 296Gold salts
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223
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