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Emollient

PROPOLIS WAX

CAS 9009-62-5,85665-41-4 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A waxy fraction of propolis used in lip balms and natural formulas for conditioning and antioxidant claims. Effective but a documented allergen for bee-product sensitive users.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin softening
  • Antimicrobial associations
  • Antioxidant content

Known concerns

  • Bee-product allergen
  • Animal-derived (not vegan)
  • Variable hive composition

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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