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INCI name

SYNTHETIC JAPAN WAX

Synthetic Japan wax

BindingSkin conditioning – emollientEmulsion stabilisingViscosity controllingreviewed

A synthetic wax modelled on Japan wax.

What it is

Synthetic Japan Wax is a synthetic wax designed to resemble Japan wax, a natural wax from the fruit of sumac trees. CosIng lists it as binding, emollient, emulsion stabilising and viscosity controlling.

Where it is used

Used in lipsticks, lip balms, stick products, mascaras and creams.

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 the exact composition of the synthetic wax.

Functions

Binding
Providing adhesive properties during and after compression in cosmetic tablets and/or cakes.
Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Emulsion stabilising
Helping the process of emulsification and improving emulsion stability and shelf-life.
Viscosity controlling
Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.

EU regulation

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

Products with this ingredient (29)

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