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(Updated February 20, 2025)
Color powder events are getting more popular across the United States. Holi festivals and color runs are becoming exciting events for spring and summer, thanks to colorful photos popping up on social media. As the popularity grows, many of the participants start to wonder what the colorful substance they’re throwing (and wearing) is made of. Knowing the answer to “what is color powder made of?” can satisfy curiosity, as well as safety concerns. At Color Powder Supply, we’ve always believed that our customers deserve complete transparency about what goes into our products.
Color powder is manufactured using two main methods: with and without liquid.
When making powder with liquid, manufacturers mix the base, they dye, and water or oil. Once everything is combined, the “dough” is spread thinly and left to dry. After it’s completely dry, it’s added to a grinder and pulverized into powder form.
Without liquid, a dry dye is combined with a base and thoroughly mixed to incorporate it. It’s usually filtered to remove any clumps or inconsistencies.
Color powder is made with three main ingredients:
Traditional color powder was made from natural plant sources in India. But as manufacturing became more industrialized, many companies switched to chemical pigments because they were cheaper, more vibrant, and easier to keep consistent across large batches.
Unfortunately, some color powder manufacturers still use harmful ingredients to cut costs or create more vibrant colors. These can include:
Because these ingredients aren’t safe for humans, many health concerns can pop up. With low quality color powder, participants can experience eye irritation, skin lesions, burning sensations, and other less than ideal conditions.
At Color Powder Supply, our color powder is made with safe, food-grade materials that won’t harm the environment. Here’s what you can expect from us:
All components in our color powder are food safe*, cosmetic grade, free from heavy materials and toxic chemicals. Each batch of powder is manufactured in facilities that follow strict quality standards, and take the art of crafting color powder seriously.
*While our color powder is safe for skin contact, we still don’t recommend eating it despite its food-safe ingredients.
Because our color powder is made of high quality ingredients, it’s pretty easy to wash off.
Pro Tip: Pre-treating heavily colored areas with stain remover and washing in cold water helps remove color from clothing more effectively.
The short answer: Color powder is safe to use, when it’s made with the right ingredients and used as directed.
For the safest experience with color powder, we recommend taking precautions:
While our color powder is non-toxic and eco-friendly, we still recommend limiting the amount you inhale. These precautions can help:
To be extra safe, those with asthma, COPD, or other respiratory conditions should talk with their doctor before participating and take additional safety precautions.
Our premium color powder features a controlled particle size (40-50 microns) that provides:
Now that you know what our color powder is made of, why risk using products with potentially harmful ingredients? Our color powder ensures you can enjoy all the fun of color events while protecting participants’ health and safety.
Browse our extensive inventory of premium color powder available in over 20 vibrant shades. Order today and receive:
Have questions about our ingredients or need advice for your event? Get in touch with our team or visit our detailed safety page for more information.
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Hello. Where can I find a list of the ingredients in your powder?
Thank you!
Our formula uses simple and 100% natural ingredients, including Corn Starch and Natural dyes. It is free of harsh chemicals, heavy metals, and all other toxic ingredients. You can learn more about our color powder safety here