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Emollient

STIPA TENACISSIMA WAX

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A hard plant wax from esparto grass, used as a vegan alternative to carnauba in lipsticks and balms. Inert, non-fragrant, with no significant safety concerns reported in cosmetic use.

Function

NOT REPORTED

Skin benefits

  • Hard plant wax — vegetable alternative to carnauba
  • Excellent film-forming for sticks and balms
  • Low irritation risk; non-fragrant

Known concerns

  • Limited published toxicology
  • Possible trace plant proteins
  • No CIR/SCCS dedicated review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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