CANDELILLA WAX

Ingredient type: OCCLUSIVE

✨ Role: Candelilla wax is used as a thickening agent and emollient in cosmetic products. It creates a protective barrier on the skin, helping to prevent dehydration and providing a smooth texture to formulations.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use.

✨ Vegan: Yes, candelilla wax is plant-based and suitable for vegan products.

✨ Good to know: Candelilla wax is well tolerated by most skin types. It is particularly useful in lip balms and sticks due to its natural ability to maintain product stability at different temperatures, while providing a glossy finish.

Found in: Lip balms, lipsticks, hand creams, lotions, and other products requiring a creamy texture or long-lasting protection.

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