Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax
May feed Fungal Acne
Fungal acne-safe products avoid ingredients that feed Malassezia yeast, the cause of fungal acne. Unlike regular acne, fungal acne appears as small, uniform bumps and won't respond to typical acne treatments. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax isn't fungal acne safe.
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What it does
Emulsion Stabilising
Stabiliziing emulsion, making two non-mixable ingredients stable
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.2%
Top categories
Makeup
Lip Care
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Products with Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
89855
INCI Name
HYDROGENATED MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX
EC #
 265-163-4 (I)/295-458-3 (I)
All Functions
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Viscosity Controlling