INCI name

ACACIA DECURRENS FLOWER WAX

Mimosa flower wax

A wax obtained from the flowers of Acacia decurrens.

What it is

Acacia decurrens flower wax is the wax obtained from the flowers of Acacia decurrens, a species commonly called mimosa. CosIng lists it as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Used in lip balms, creams, makeup and perfumed products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal whether the wax has been refined or deodorised.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (24)

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