Castor isostearate beeswax succinate

AKA: Castor Oil Derivative
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Bee / Insect
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Bee Product
Plant Oil
Wax
Clean
Castor Isostearate Beeswax Succinate is polymeric mixture of esters formed by the reaction of Castor oil Isostearic acid Beeswax and Succinic Acid
Family
Euphorbiaceae (Spurge family)
Plant Part
Seed
Form
Wax
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
This is a modern synthetic ester developed in the 20th century as an emulsifying and conditioning agent for cosmetics. It combines natural components (castor oil and beeswax) with synthetic modification to improve stability and texture in skincare formulations.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR