Ingredient
Synthetic Wax
Synthetic paraffin
Fischer-Tropsch wax
What it is
A highly purified synthetic hydrocarbon wax used to structure sticks, balms and creams.
How it works
It raises the melting point and hardness of the oil phase, stabilizing the product's shape and texture.
What it does
Emulsion stabiliser
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.