Elites are 100% edible powdered food coloring! You can shade, dust, paint (with alcohol, water or extract) or even airbrush with them! They are also capable of coloring CHOCOLATE, as they are fat soluble. Keep in mind, it will take more of the Elite Color to achieve desired tones.
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