Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax

AKA: Beeswax Derivative
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Bee Product
Wax
Clean
Origin-Derived
Ester of triglycerol and beeswax fatty acids
CAS #
136097-93-3
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Bee / Insect
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Brightens Skin
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️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
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.5–5.8%
Rinse-off2.5%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2023
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR