Ingredient
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
INCI name: Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Carnauba wax
Brazil wax
Palm wax
What it is
A hard plant wax from the carnauba palm used to structure, thicken and add gloss and water resistance to products.
How it works
Its high-melting-point structure builds a stable solid network that thickens the oil phase and lays down a smooth, protective film on the skin.
What it does
Emollient
Viscosity controlling
Film forming
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.