Synthetic Carnauba

Synthetic Carnauba is a cosmetic ingredient used as a binding, skin conditioning - emollient agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSYNTHETIC CARNAUBA
FunctionBINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inFragrance
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Fragrances 66.7%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Synthetic Carnauba do in skincare?
Synthetic Carnauba functions as a binding, skin conditioning - emollient agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Synthetic Carnauba 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 Carnauba?
It is most commonly found in Fragrance products, especially fragrances (66.7% of its uses).

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