Lanolin Cera
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, binding, film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lanolin, wax. Wax obtained by fractionation of anhydrous lanolin
What does it do?
Lanolin Cera is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
EU regulatory status
Lanolin Cera 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 Lanolin Cera?
Lanolin Cera is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lanolin, wax. Wax obtained by fractionation of anhydrous lanolin
Is Lanolin Cera allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lanolin Cera is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lanolin Cera do in cosmetic products?
Lanolin Cera is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, binding, film forming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - foam boosting.
What is the CAS number of Lanolin Cera?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lanolin Cera is 68201-49-0.
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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