CANDELILLA WAX HYDROCARBONS
Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT
✨ Role: Candelilla wax hydrocarbons act primarily as texture and consistency agents in cosmetic products. They add firmness to formulations and help create a protective barrier on the skin.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is considered safe for cosmetic use.
✨ Vegan: Yes
✨ Good to know: Candelilla wax is of plant origin, extracted from the leaves of Euphorbia cerifera, a shrub that grows mainly in Mexico. It is often used as an alternative to beeswax in vegan products. Its good tolerance makes it a preferred choice for sensitive skin.
Present in: Lip balms, lipsticks, creams, lotions and styling products.
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