Emulsifying Wax Nf
Explained
This is not considered an INCI ingredient.
Emulsifying Wax NF is about 2/3 cetearyl alcohol and 1/3 polysorbate 60. In cosmetics, this blend is usually listed out as the individual ingredients.
The NF stands for National Formulary, meaning it conforms to the approved composition.
This ingredient is used as an emulsifier. It stabilizes the product by keeping oils and waters together.
See all 174 products with Emulsifying Wax Nf
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.2%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
2%
