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CAS NUMBER |
8012-89-3 |
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INCI NAME |
Cera alba (bees wax) |
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DEFINITION |
Cosmetic grade bees wax, glandular excretion product from bees, composed of myricin (mixture of >70 wax esters) & cerin (mixture of fatty acids: palmitinic, cerotinic & melissinic acid), purity > 98%. White flakes, no or honey-like odor. Soluble in oils & warm alcohol, insoluble in water & cold alcohol. Melting point 61-68°C/142-154°F. |
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USAGE |
Warm to 61-68°C/142-154°F for use. Typical use level 2-40%. |
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APPLICATIONS |
It can be used creams, lotions, pomades, balms, ointments, lipsticks, mascara, foundations, eye shadows, cold creams, protective creams. |
