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Emollient

CERA MICROCRISTALLINA

CAS 63231-60-7/64742-42-3 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Microcrystalline wax — a refined petroleum wax that gives balms, sticks and creams structure and a protective seal. Cosmetic grade is highly purified and inert on skin.

Function

BINDINGEMULSION STABILISINGOPACIFYINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Excellent occlusive and structuring wax
  • Improves stick and balm hardness
  • Inert and stable
  • Cosmetic-grade is highly purified

Known concerns

  • Petroleum-derived
  • Mineral hydrocarbon impurities require purification grade
  • Not a renewable feedstock

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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