Candelilla Wax
The question

Is Candelilla Wax safe in lipstick?

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A plant-derived wax from the candelilla shrub used to harden and thicken lip products. The CIR confirmed it is non-comedogenic and not a skin or eye irritant in controlled testing. A vegan alternative to beeswax widely used in clean beauty formulations.

What the research flags

  • Rare contact dermatitis possible in highly sensitized individuals

Other lipstick ingredients on file

Sources & references

  1. [1]
    DatabaseIngredient database — 701042-EUPHORBIA_CERIFERA_CANDELILLA_WAX
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    DatabaseIngredient database
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    DatabaseIngredient database — candelilla-wax

Research disclaimer: Ratings reflect peer-reviewed research and regulatory assessments available at the time of publication, not the dose or formulation of any specific lipstick product. This is not medical advice.