🐞 Lac Dye Extract Powder - Laccifer lacca 
Concentrated Natural Dye – Deep Reds, Magentas & Plum Purples
Create vibrant, long-lasting reds with Lac Dye Extract Powder, a high-purity, water-soluble dye made from the resinous secretions of the Laccifer lacca insect. This concentrated extract offers bold, luxurious hues ranging from crimson to magenta and plum, making it an exceptional choice for both traditional and modern natural dyeing.
Key Features:
Highly refined, water-soluble extract for efficient dyeing
Produces intense red to purple tones with excellent colorfastness
Works well on protein fibers (wool, silk) and cellulose fibers (with proper mordanting)
Ideal for small-batch artisan dyeing, eco-printing, and overdyeing
Requires lower quantities than raw lac powder – a little goes a long way
Dyeing Notes:
Use with alum, tannin, or cream of tartar for bright reds
Add iron to shift tones to burgundy, violet, or deep plum
pH-sensitive:
Acidic bath → crimson/magenta
Alkaline bath → violet/purple
Use at 5-8% WOF