Ozokerite

Ozokerite is a mineral wax made mainly of long-chain hydrocarbons. It thickens and forms films in sticks, balms, and mascaras, improving structure, cohesion, and wear.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A mineral wax that thickens balms and helps products stay put longer.
Category
Barrier Support, Skin Conditioning
Type
Thickener

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Creates a breathable barrier that locks in moisture and helps products stay put for a longer-lasting finish. Contributes a smooth glide and a cushioned feel on application.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in lipsticks, salves, and brow pomades to build structure and resist melting. Also used in mascaras and solid balms to improve firmness and payoff.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient has a comedogenic rating of 0. It is considered non-comedogenic and has little to no likelihood of clogging pores.

Safety

Generally considered low irritation and low sensitization risk. Suitable for most skin types; those extremely prone to occlusive breakouts may patch test first.

Is Ozokerite a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good as a stable, inert structuring wax that improves barrier feel and wear time with a low likelihood of irritation when properly formulated. It stays at Good because its role is structural rather than treatment-oriented.

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