Emollient ingredient
Candelilla Wax Esters
The ester fraction isolated from candelilla wax (Euphorbia cerifera), used as an emollient and texture agent in lip balms, lipsticks, and creams.
Also known as: candelilla wax ester fraction
EmollientTexture modifierOcclusiveWax component
Benefits
- ✓Provides smooth, non-greasy emollient skin feel
- ✓Contributes to product texture and structure in lip and solid formulations
- ✓Vegan alternative to beeswax esters
- ✓Imparts gloss and film-forming properties
Watch for
- ⚠Rarely comedogenic at typical use levels
- ⚠Generally well tolerated
