Blackcurrant bud wax
Ingredient type: OCCLUSIVE
✨ Role: Ribes Nigrum Bud Cera, or blackcurrant bud wax, is used in cosmetics for its emollient properties. It helps soften and condition the skin, while forming a protective barrier to prevent moisture loss.
Ingredient type: Emollient
⚕️ Safety: Considered safe for cosmetic use by most regulatory agencies.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is plant-based and therefore suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Good to know: Blackcurrant bud wax is rich in antioxidants, helping to protect the skin against free radicals. Well tolerated by most skin types, it rarely causes irritation.
Found in: Commonly found in moisturizers, lip balms, lotions, and hair products for its nourishing properties.


