Cera Alba (Beeswax)

Cera Alba (beeswax) is a natural wax produced by honeybees and refined for cosmetic use. It builds viscosity, stabilizes emulsions, and forms a soft occlusive film that reduces surface moisture loss.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Beeswax that seals in moisture with a soft, breathable film.
Category
Barrier Support, Hydration, Skin Conditioning
Type
Occlusive

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

Low

Skin Benefits

Creates a breathable shield that keeps skin feeling soft and cushioned, and improves comfort by retaining surface hydration in dry conditions.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in lip balms, salves, and moisturizers to provide structure and a protective finish, and also used in stick formats like deodorants and balms to improve payoff and adherence.

Comedogenic Rating

Cera Alba (Beeswax) has a comedogenic rating of 2. It has a low likelihood of clogging pores but may not suit all skin types.

Safety

Typically low irritation, but contact allergy can occur in those sensitive to beeswax or propolis residues. Non-photosensitizing and widely used without regulatory limitations at typical levels.

Is Cera Alba (Beeswax) a Good Ingredient?

This is a reliable occlusive that reduces water loss and adds structure, and it's stable and generally well tolerated, which earns a Good rating; bee-product-allergic individuals may react, and heavy wax films can feel greasy or congesting for some, which keeps it from Great.

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