Synthetic Candelilla Wax

Synthetic Candelilla Wax is a cosmetic ingredient used as a binding, skin conditioning - emollient agent. It is used in 16 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSYNTHETIC CANDELILLA WAX
FunctionBINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Prevalence16 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Blushes 12.5%Contours 12.5%Eyebrows 12.5%Lip Liners 12.5%Lip Masks 12.5%Eyeliners 6.3%

Frequently asked

What does Synthetic Candelilla Wax do in skincare?
Synthetic Candelilla Wax functions as a binding, skin conditioning - emollient agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Synthetic Candelilla Wax allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Synthetic Candelilla Wax?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially blushes (12.5% of its uses).

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