Carmine is a natural red dye derived from cochineal insects, widely used in the food and beverage industry to provide vibrant red to pink colors in products like yogurts, ice creams, candies, and soft drinks. It is a key ingredient in cosmetics, including lipsticks, blushes, and eyeshadows, valued for its stable and long-lasting color properties. In the textile industry, carmine dyes fabrics to offer rich and durable shades. In pharmaceuticals, it colors pills and capsules for visual distinction and brand recognition, and is also used as a biological stain in microscopy for effective coloring of cells and tissues. Its natural origin makes it a preferred alternative to synthetic dyes in various industries.