Very Disliked

Beeswax

Explained

Beeswax is natural wax produced by honey bees to build their honeycomb.

Because it forms a protective layer on your skin, it can help lock in moisture and reduce water loss. It is also widely used as a thickener and emulsifier in lip balms and lotions. Research suggests beeswax containing moisturizers can support skin barrier integrity.

In comedogenic testing, Beeswax scored a 0-2, which is on the low end. Whether or not a product clogs your pores really comes down to the formula as a whole (not any single ingredient on its own).

Cera Alba is the white, bleached form of this ingredient.

Just so you know, beeswax is not vegan since it is animal-derived. It cannot be removed with water, but can be taken off with an oil cleanser.

People with a known Propolis allergy also report to have reactions from beeswax.

See all 2,622 products with Beeswax

Comedogenic Rating
0-2
Irritancy Rating
0
Users who like it
8%
Users who avoid it
92%

What it does

Emulsion Stabilising Stabiliziing emulsion, making two non-mixable ingredients stable
Masking Obscuring or blocking
Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Prevalence

Uncommon Percentage of products that contain it
2%
Top categories
Lip Care
Moisturizers
Makeup
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration Concentrations we've seen
19% to 79%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 92344
INCI Name BEESWAX
EC #  ,232-383-7 (I)
All Functions Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling