OriginDerived from crude oil and refined petroleum distillates, belonging to the mineral wax hydrocarbon family. Produced through fractional distillation and selective hydrogenation of crude petroleum components.
Hydrocarbon waxes (petroleum), chemically neutralized. A complex combination of hydrocarbons produced by a treating process to remove acidic materials. It consists predominantly of saturated straight chain hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly in the range of C20 through C50
Formula
C30H50O2
Mol. Weight
442.70
CAS #
64742-33-2
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Opacifying
Viscosity Controlling
Holds Formula Together
Stabilizes Emulsion
Adds Opacity
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Fights Bacteria
Reduces Inflammation
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
2 studies / 2 not sensitizing (CIR 205)
Mixed Eye Irritation Results
5 studies / 1 irritating / 3 mixed / 1 not irritating / reactions minimal to mild (CIR 205)
Mixed Skin Irritation Results
9 studies / 3 irritating / 4 mixed / 2 not irritating / reactions minimal to moderate (CIR 205)
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