Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Waxes and waxy substances, rice bran, hydrogenated
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Hydrogenated Rice Bran 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 Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax?
Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Waxes and waxy substances, rice bran, hydrogenated
Is Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, skin conditioning, 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