Sorbeth-6 Beeswax

Sorbeth-6 Beeswax is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSORBETH-6 BEESWAX
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number8051-15-8
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

General Moisturizers 100%

Frequently asked

What does Sorbeth-6 Beeswax do in skincare?
Sorbeth-6 Beeswax functions as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sorbeth-6 Beeswax allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sorbeth-6 Beeswax?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially general moisturizers (100% of its uses).

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