Oxidized Rice Bran Wax
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, film forming, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oxidized Rice Bran Wax is the product obtained by the oxidation of Oryza Sativa Bran Wax.
What does it do?
Oxidized 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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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Oxidized 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 Oxidized Rice Bran Wax?
Oxidized Rice Bran Wax is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxidized Rice Bran Wax is the product obtained by the oxidation of Oryza Sativa Bran Wax.
Is Oxidized Rice Bran Wax allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oxidized Rice Bran Wax is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Oxidized Rice Bran Wax do in cosmetic products?
Oxidized Rice Bran Wax is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, film forming, skin conditioning.
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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: 07/07/2020