CARNAUBA ACID WAX
Ingredient type: OTHER
✨ Role: Carnauba wax is used primarily for its emollient and film-forming properties. It helps create a protective barrier on the skin, preventing moisture loss and providing a smooth texture to cosmetic products.
Ingredient type: Thickener
Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic products.
✨ Vegan: Yes, carnauba wax is of plant origin, making it suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Good to know: Carnauba wax is obtained from the leaves of the copernicia prunifera palm, native to Brazil. It is well tolerated by all skin types, but may be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.
Present in: This component is frequently used in lipstick, lip balm, mascara and hair product formulations for its ability to improve texture and hold.
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