Debut has launched a bio-manufactured carmine pigment that boasts antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Traditionally sourced from cochineal beetles, the bio-based pigment replicates the shade and vibrancy of the animal source. The pigment is used in makeup formulation like lipstick to give products a rich, red color.Debut says its pigment is free from a specific protein found in beetle-derived carmine that causes skin irritation, making it suitable for beauty and food applications.