Propolis Wax (Propolis Cera) – Cosmetic Uses in Skin Conditioning
What Is Propolis Wax?
Propolis Cera is the waxy component of the resinous material found in beehives. Bees produce propolis and use it as a construction and repair material within the hive.
Propolis helps protect the hive and its contents from microorganisms and contains a complex mixture of naturally occurring compounds, particularly flavonoids.
Cosmetic Uses
Propolis wax is used in cosmetic formulations for its moisturising, smoothing, and antiseborrhoeic properties. It can be incorporated into skin-care products where a conditioning and smoothing effect is desired.
Its bee-derived origin also makes it relevant to formulations based on natural or traditionally used cosmetic ingredients.
Traditional and Functional Properties
Propolis has been extensively studied for its antimicrobial properties and has a long history of use in traditional and alternative medicine.
These traditional and research-based properties should not be interpreted as cosmetic treatment claims.
Ingredient Information
INCI: Propolis Cera
CAS: 85665-41-4
Functions: Antiseborrhoeic, Moisturising, Smoothing
Source
Dweck, Anthony. Handbook of Natural Ingredients (Dweck Books 4) . Dweck Data. Kindle Edition.
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