Microcrystalline wax

ingredient

About

Microcrystalline wax is made by de-oiling petrolatum during petroleum refining. It holds more branched and naphthenic hydrocarbons than paraffin wax, its crystals are finer, and it is denser, tackier and higher-melting.[1] European cosmetic labels print it as cera microcristallina, as the base of Dove Body Love Rich Nourishment Cream does.[2]

Products (1)

Also known as

  • Cera Microcristallina

References

  1. ↑ Wikipedia: Microcrystalline wax Wikipedia. publication. Accessed 2026-09-17. CC BY-SA 4.0. Wikipedia contributors.
  2. ↑ Open Beauty Facts photograph: base of the 150 ml tub (upload 2, 2604x4624) Open Food Facts. pack. Published 2026-04-27. Accessed 2026-09-17. Base of the tub: ingredient list, barcode, net content, operator line, symbols. CC BY-SA 3.0. Open Food Facts contributors.
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