Cera Alba (Beeswax)

INGREDIENT

Cera Alba (Beeswax)

Wax / structuring agent

Approved

Cosmetic-grade beeswax is generally low concern. Rare allergic contact reactions can occur, sometimes related to naturally occurring propolis or pollen residues.

Also known as 4 Synonyms
Function Thickens balms, stabilizes formulas, and forms a protective moisture-reducing film.
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Moderate
CAS Number 8012-89-3
Category Wax / structuring agent
Function Thickens balms, stabilizes formulas, and forms a protective moisture-reducing film.
Evidence Level Moderate
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Thickens balms, stabilizes formulas, and forms a protective moisture-reducing film.

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2 echa.europa.eu
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This ingredient appears in 14 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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