Ingredient
Beeswax
Cera Alba
Cire d'Abeille
What it is
A natural wax secreted by honeybees and refined for cosmetic use. It is used as a thickener, co-emulsifier and structuring agent in balms, lip products, sticks and creams.
How it works
It forms a semi-occlusive film on the skin and stabilizes water-oil mixtures by providing body and structure to the formula.
What it does
Emollient
Emulsifier
Viscosity controlling
Opacifying
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.