Allowed in EU

Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons is the hydrocarbons fraction of Euphorbia Cerifera, Euphorbiaceae

What does it do?

Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Viscosity controlling

    adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation

EU regulatory status

Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons 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 Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons?

Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons is the hydrocarbons fraction of Euphorbia Cerifera, Euphorbiaceae

Is Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons do in cosmetic products?

Candelilla Cera Hydrocarbons is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, 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: 15/10/2010