Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax is the wax obtained from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, Theaceae.
What does it do?
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax?
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax is the wax obtained from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, Theaceae.
Is Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax do in cosmetic products?
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Wax is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 02/04/2019