HYDROGENATED MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Hydrogenated microcrystalline wax is often used in cosmetic products as a thickening agent and stabilizer. It helps to give texture to formulations and improves their hold on the skin by creating a protective barrier.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe when used in accordance with formulators' recommendations.

✨ Vegan: No, although synthetic, its wax nature does not always guarantee the absence of animal-derived materials.

✨ Note: Hydrogenated microcrystalline wax is well tolerated by most skin types, but it is always important to perform a patch test, especially for sensitive skin. It is often used for its occlusive properties, which help prevent moisture loss.

Found in: Face creams, lip balms, deodorant sticks, and hair styling products.

Comedogenic rating: 2