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Emollient

HORDEUM VULGARE CERA

CAS 85251-64-5 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Wax pressed from barley grain, used as a vegan alternative to beeswax. Adds gloss and structure; no significant safety concerns at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Plant wax for film and gloss
  • Replaces beeswax in vegan formulas
  • Conditions skin and lips

Known concerns

  • Cereal-allergic users — theoretical, very low risk after refining

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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