emollient

Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax

INCI: COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX
CAS 8015-86-9
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax is used as a viscosity controlling agent to adjust the thickness and texture of cosmetic products.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Wax; viscosity modifier; film-former
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Not safe
Fungal Acne
Not safe
Details

Description

Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax is used as a viscosity controlling agent to adjust the thickness and texture of cosmetic products.

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
8015-86-9
INCI
COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX
Category
emollient
Updated
Apr 2, 2026