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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-3 BEESWAX

CAS 136097-93-3 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A natural water-in-oil emulsifier made by reacting beeswax with polyglycerin. Helps oily and watery parts of a cream stay blended. Low irritation profile and PEG-free; bee-allergy users may want to avoid.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild W/O emulsifier
  • Skin-conditioning film
  • PEG-free
  • Low irritation in patch testing

Known concerns

  • Beeswax allergy possible (rare)
  • Comedogenic in some users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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