Candelilla Cera
AKA: Candelilla wax, Euphorbia cerifera wax
Synthetic
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Candelilla Cera is the extract of the wax obtained from the candelilla, Euphorbia cerifera, Euphorbiaceae
CAS #
8006-44-8
Form
Wax
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A wax extracted from the leaves of the Candelilla shrub (Euphorbia cerifera), native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. Historically used by indigenous peoples and later commercially harvested for candle and polish production before becoming a cosmetic ingredient in the 20th century.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR