Cera Alba

INGREDIENT

Cera Alba

Animal Wax

Approved

A natural wax produced by honeybees that thickens formulations, provides structure, and forms a protective barrier on the skin. Current cosmetic safety assessments support its use.

Also known as 5 Synonyms
Function Emollient; Film Former; Viscosity Controller
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 8012-89-3
Category Animal Wax
Function Emollient; Film Former; Viscosity Controller
Evidence Level Strong
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Emollient; Film Former; Viscosity Controller

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 www.cir-safety.org
  2. 2 cosmetics.ec.europa.eu
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 7 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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