Very Disliked
Microcrystalline Wax
May feed Fungal Acne
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Explained
Microcrystalline Wax is created by de-oiling petroleum. It is highly refined and purified before being added to cosmetics.
Microcrystalline Wax is used to enhance the texture and create even consistency. It helps stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating.
See all 2,823 products with Microcrystalline Wax
Users who like it
10%
Users who avoid it
90%
What it does
Emulsion Stabilising
Stabiliziing emulsion, making two non-mixable ingredients stable
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
2.6%
Top categories
Lip Care
Makeup
Sunscreens
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Microcrystalline Wax
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
92425
INCI Name
MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX
EC #
 264-038-1 (I)
All Functions
Binding, Bulking, Emulsion Stabilising, Viscosity Controlling
