Sodium Beeswax
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fatty acids, beeswax, sodium salts
What does it do?
Sodium Beeswax is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Sodium Beeswax 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 Sodium Beeswax?
Sodium Beeswax is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, beeswax, sodium salts
Is Sodium Beeswax allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Beeswax is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Beeswax do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Beeswax is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Beeswax?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Beeswax is 97721-96-5.
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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