Cosmetic ingredient

CERA ALBA

CERA ALBA is the wax obtained from the honeycomb made by bees. It consists primarily of esters, including myricyl palmitate and cerotic acid, together with paraffins containing a high number of carbon atoms.

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CAS number
8012-89-3
EC number
232-383-7

CERA ALBA: what it is

CERA ALBA is the wax obtained from the honeycomb made by bees. It consists primarily of esters, including myricyl palmitate and cerotic acid, together with paraffins containing a high number of carbon atoms.

CERA ALBA: what it does in cosmetics

In a cosmetic formula, it can condition the skin as an emollient, take part in emulsification as a surfactant, form a film, and contribute to the fragrance composition. These roles account for its use across different kinds of products.

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