Candelilla Wax
Category: Hair Styling Agent, Emollient, Thickener
Brief description: Candelilla Wax is a plant-based wax derived from the Candelilla shrub native to Mexico. It is used in cosmetics as a thickening agent and provides a glossy finish.
Benefits: Provides hold and structure in hair styling products, offers moisturizing properties, and gives a shiny finish to products.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types. A great alternative for those allergic to beeswax.
Target audience: Used in various hair care, skincare, and personal care products, so it targets a broad audience.
Chemical composition: Complex of hydrocarbons and esters of higher molecular weight monohydric alcohols and/or acids.
Physical aspect: Hard, brittle, light yellow to tan solid.
Compatibility: Compatible with many oil-soluble ingredients.
Concentration: Varies depending on the specific formulation and purpose in the product.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Generally considered safe. Allergic reactions are uncommon.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in cosmetics globally.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Plant-based and biodegradable. Sustainability depends on sourcing practices.
Brief description: Candelilla Wax is a plant-based wax derived from the Candelilla shrub native to Mexico. It is used in cosmetics as a thickening agent and provides a glossy finish.
Benefits: Provides hold and structure in hair styling products, offers moisturizing properties, and gives a shiny finish to products.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types. A great alternative for those allergic to beeswax.
Target audience: Used in various hair care, skincare, and personal care products, so it targets a broad audience.
Chemical composition: Complex of hydrocarbons and esters of higher molecular weight monohydric alcohols and/or acids.
Physical aspect: Hard, brittle, light yellow to tan solid.
Compatibility: Compatible with many oil-soluble ingredients.
Concentration: Varies depending on the specific formulation and purpose in the product.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Generally considered safe. Allergic reactions are uncommon.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in cosmetics globally.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Plant-based and biodegradable. Sustainability depends on sourcing practices.
