Microcrystalline Wax

The Basics On Microcrystalline Wax

What is Microcrystalline Wax?

Plastic-type, highly refined wax derived from petroleum.

What are other names for Microcrystalline Wax?

CERA MICROCRISTALLINA, HYDROCARBON WAXES, MICROCRYST, MICROCRYST HYDROCARBON WAXES, MICROCRYSTALLINE PETROLEUM WAX, MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX (CERA MICROCRISTALLINA), MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX; MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, PARAFFIN WAXES AND HYDROCARBON WAXES, MICROCRYST., and PETROLEUM WAX, MICROCRYSTALLINE

What is Microcrystalline Wax used for?

How Microcrystalline Wax is classified

Thickeners/Emulsifiers, Texture Enhancer

Recommendations for using Microcrystalline Wax during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Microcrystalline Wax During Pregnancy

What we know about using Microcrystalline Wax while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

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General safety info about Microcrystalline Wax from CIR

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel assessed the safety of 274 polyglyceryl fatty acid esters. Each of the esters in this group is a polyether comprising 2 to 20 glyceryl residues, end-capped by esterification with simple carboxylic acids, such as fatty acids. Most of these ingredients are reported to function in cosmetics as skin-conditioning agents and/or surfactants. The Panel reviewed the available data and considered conclusions from relevant previous CIR reports, and determined that these ingredients are safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating.

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Products where you might find Microcrystalline Wax

Sigma Beauty Prime + Control Brow Wax – Clear; Oribe Rough Luxury Molding Wax (1.7 fl. oz.); R+Co CONTINENTAL Glossing Wax (2.2 oz.); TOM FORD Extreme Lip Spark Lipstick; Bumble and bumble Semisumo