Dixa Cochineal Egg Dye (10 g)

Buy Dixa Cochineal Egg Dye (10 g)

Dixa Cochineal Egg Dye (10 g) is a traditional, natural dye made from the dried shells of cochineal insects (Dactylopius coccus). This natural pigment produces beautiful, warm shades of red and is ideal for eco-friendly dyeing of eggs or food.

Features:

• Ingredients: Pure, dried cochineal, a natural dye.
• Color: Produces deep red to pink hues, depending on the application and the strength of the brew.
• Quality: All-natural, with no synthetic additives or chemicals.
• Amount: 10 g – enough for several uses.

Instructions for dyeing eggs with cochineal:

Ingredients:

• 10 g Cochineal
• 1 liter of water
• 1–2 tablespoons of vinegar (to help the color absorb better)

Making dye bath:

• Add the cochineal to 1 liter of water.
• Bring the water to a boil and let it simmer over medium heat for about 15–20 minutes, until the broth turns a deep red color.
• Strain the broth to remove the solids.

Dyeing eggs:

• Place hard-boiled, clean eggs in the warm dye bath.
• Let the eggs soak for 10–20 minutes, depending on the desired color intensity.
• To achieve a deeper shade of red, the eggs can be left in the broth longer.

Drying:

• Carefully remove the eggs and let them dry on paper towels.