Emulsifying Wax N.F.

AKA: Polysorbate 60, Stearyl Alcohol

Plant-Derived

Emollient

Wax

Not Clean

OriginDerived from plant-based oils such as coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils through esterification processes. Produced by chemically combining fatty acids and alcohols to create a stable emulsifying agent.

Emulsifying Wax N.F. is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.

Form

Wax

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Viscosity Controlling

Locks In Moisture

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory0 listings

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

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EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

Credo Beauty Whole Foods Premium Body Care Beauty Heroes MADE SAFE EWG VERIFIED

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR