Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax\Cera Carnauba\Cire De Carnauba
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax\Cera Carnauba\Cire De Carnauba
COP
9/10
Concern level
High concern
A hard, natural vegetable wax obtained from the leaves of the carnauba palm. In cosmetics it functions primarily as a structuring agent, emollient, viscosity builder, and film former, especially in sticks, balms, mascaras, and lip products. It improves hardness, gloss, and pay-off and helps stabilize oil-heavy systems.
Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingImproves TextureSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
1.00% - 30.00%CAS Number: 8015-86-9
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin7/10
oily skin5/10
sensitive skin8/10
acne prone5/10
mature skin7/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No specific ingredient incompatibilities are well established, In formulations, must be melted and properly dispersed with other waxes/oils
Risks & Warnings
Generally considered low risk in cosmetic use. Main concerns are rare contact sensitivity or irritation from impurities or from the finished formula rather than the wax itself. Inhalation risk is not relevant in normal cosmetic use. May feel heavy or occlusive in very rich formulas.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
