The waxy part of propolis, listed as an anti-sebum, moisturising and smoothing ingredient.
What it is
Propolis cera is, according to CosIng, the waxy component of propolis, the resinous material found in beehives. CosIng lists it as an anti-sebum, moisturising and smoothing ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of 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.
As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
- Anti-sebum
- Helping control sebum production.
- Moisturising
- Increasing the water content of the skin and keeping it soft and smooth.
- Smoothing
- Seeking to achieve an even skin surface by decreasing roughness or irregularities.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.