Synthetic Beeswax

Good

Texture enhancer

No known benefits

Synthetic Beeswax at a glance

  • Vegan material designed to mimic beeswax
  • Made of esters and fatty alcohols
  • Emollient, skin protectant, and texture enhancer
  • Ruled safe as used in cosmetics

Synthetic Beeswax description

Synthetic beeswax is a vegan wax-like material designed to mimic the properties of natural beeswax. It is composed of fatty alcohols and esters. In cosmetics, synthetic beeswax is used for the same purposes as its natural counterpart. It is an emollient, skin protectant, and texture enhancer. In its raw form it is a white to pale yellow color. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review board has ruled synthetic beeswax safe as used in skin care and makeup, where its maximum usage is 18% in mascaras. You’ll also find this ingredient in lipsticks, moisturizing balms, and ointments.

Synthetic Beeswax references

  • SpecialChem.com, Website, Accessed November 2024
  • CosmeticsInfo.Org, Website, Accessed November 2024
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 2005, pages 1-102

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.