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Expert Verdict
Natural beeswax forming a broad crystal network that entraps liquid oil in organogel structures — the foundational wax for lip balms, sticks, and cream structuring. Melting range 62–65 °C. Serves triple function: oil-phase structurant, emollient, and emulsion stabilizer. Centuries of safe topical use; CIR-confirmed. COSMOS/ECOCERT compliant when from certified source. Very rare sensitization from propolis contaminants in non-pharma-grade material.
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Is Cera Alba safe in cosmetics?
Natural beeswax forming a broad crystal network that entraps liquid oil in organogel structures — the foundational wax for lip balms, sticks, and cream structuring. Melting range 62–65 °C. Serves triple function: oil-phase structurant, emollient, and emulsion stabilizer. Centuries of safe topical use; CIR-confirmed. COSMOS/ECOCERT compliant when from certified source. Very rare sensitization from propolis contaminants in non-pharma-grade material. The EU classifies Cera Alba as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Cera Alba allowed in the EU?
Cera Alba EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cera Alba do in cosmetics?
Cera Alba functions as: wax structurant, emollient, emulsion stabilizer, thickener. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 8006-40-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cera Alba?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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