Alizarin Crimson, a single pigment paint that is a deep, rich, and transparent red, with bordeaux-like undertone. Alizarin Crimson has a moderately strong tinting strength. Our Alizarin Crimson is a permanent Alizarin with outstanding light fast ratings. It has bluer top notes with seductively warm undertones revealed when adding a fair amount of wax medium. Alizarin Crimson belongs on the palette for traditional color mixing. Its staining properties make it invaluable for print making. Valued for its translucency.