Synthetic Wax

Synthetic Wax molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Man-Made Wax
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Plant-Derived
Emulsifier
Wax
Clean
OriginDerived from petroleum-based hydrocarbons or plant oils through chemical synthesis and refinement processes. Produced through hydrogenation and polymerization to create stable, solid wax compounds with controlled melting points.
Synthetic Wax is a hydrocarbon wax derived generally through Fischer-Tropsch or ethylene polymerization processes.
CAS #
8002-74-2, 68527-08-2
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Abrasive
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Antioxidant
Moisturizing
Anti-Inflammatory
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
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
2 studies / 2 not sensitizing (CIR 205 and 935)
Mixed Eye Irritation Results
2 studies / 1 irritating / 1 not irritating / reactions minimal (CIR 205 and 935)
Mixed Skin Irritation Results
3 studies / 1 irritating / 2 not irritating / reactions mild to moderate (CIR 205 and 935)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.05–36%
Rinse-off0.3–11.2%
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