Synthetic Beeswax

Synthetic Beeswax molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Beeswax Substitute, Synthetic Wax, Wax Alternative
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Plant-Derived
Emulsifier
Bee Product
Wax
Clean
OriginDerived from the chemical composition of natural beeswax, which consists primarily of esters and hydrocarbons. Synthesized through esterification and hydrogenation of plant-derived or petroleum-derived wax precursors to replicate beeswax's structure.
Beeswax, synthetic. The complex reaction product of blended acids and blended alcohols which simulates the composition of natural beeswax. It consists primarily of C18-30-alkyl ester of C16-32 fatty acids, C16-32 fatty acids and C22-34 alkanes
CAS #
71243-51-1
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Bee / Insect
Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Holds Formula Together
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Reduces Inflammation
Holds ingredients together
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 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 Skin Irritant
3 studies / 3 not irritating (CIR 205)
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 205)
Not Phototoxic
Product formulation test found no phototoxicity in the CIR safety assessment (CIR 205)
Mixed Eye Irritation Results
2 studies / 1 irritating / 1 not irritating / reactions minimal (CIR 205)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.0012–24.9%
Rinse-off5%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2022 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR