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Beeswax

Beeswax softens and smooths the skin, and also leaves a thin film on skin or hair after it dries, and adds scent.

INCI: Cera Alba

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INCI name: Cera Alba
In our catalog: Found in 93 of the 7,133 products we've decoded
Label position: Typically #6 of a label (middle third) — across 93 decoded labelsLabels list ingredients in descending order only above 1% — position is a rough signal, not a concentration claim.

Names & references

Official label names and chemical registry identifiers, with each available source kept explicit.

Official INCI name: Cera Alba
Korean · KCIA: 세라알바

Chemical registries

CAS8012-89-3EC232-383-7

Recent research

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Tracking 2 published papers (2025-2026).

Ensuring the Safe Use of Bee Products: A Review of Allergic Risks and Management.
International journal of molecular sciences, 2025
Propolis and Beeswax in Cosmetics: A Market Survey and Literature Review on Their Relationship and Role in Allergic Contact Dermatitis.
Contact dermatitis, 2026

Where it fits in real formulas

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Similar ingredients

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SqualaneSoftens and smooths skinalso for dryness Argan oilSoftens and conditions skin as an emollientalso for dryness Hyaluronic Acid (salt form)Pulls water into the skin for immediate hydration and a plumper lookalso for dryness Pro-vitamin B5Moisturizes and improves hydration by drawing and holding water in the skinalso for dryness Ceramide NpHelps replenish surface lipids within an appropriately formulated moisturizeralso for dryness Hyaluronic AcidBinds water at the skin surface and supports short-term hydration. The widely repeated claim that it holds 1,000 times its weight in water is not supported by direct measurement. A 2025 review reported about 0.7–2 grams of water per gram of polysaccharide.also for dryness

Where it's used

Real brands and product categories from the 93 decoded products listing Beeswax — an observation of our catalog, not a claim about market share.

Brands

Labello (5)Carmex (3)Dr. Bronner's (3)Cien (2)Embryolisse (2)Guerlain (2)Laino (2)Neutrogena (2)

Product categories

lip cares (49), moisturizers (18), body lotions (8), others (6), sunscreens (5), cleansers (2)

Based on those categories, Beeswax shows up mostly in leave-on products (80 of 82 classified) — derived from product category, not a label fact.

Commonly appears alongside

How often another ingredient appears in the same decoded products. This does not show routine compatibility.

Argan oil3%3 of 93 decoded products Titanium Dioxide5%5 of 93 decoded products AHA exfoliant (gentle)4%4 of 93 decoded products BHA exfoliant3%3 of 93 decoded products Pro-vitamin B511%10 of 93 decoded products Squalane3%3 of 93 decoded products Hyaluronic Acid (salt form)8%7 of 93 decoded products Allantoin4%4 of 93 decoded products Vitamin B33%3 of 93 decoded products

Frequently asked questions

What does Cera Alba do in a formula?

Beeswax's CosIng-listed function is "skin conditioning - emollient": softens and smooths the skin.

How common is Cera Alba in skincare?

Beeswax appears in 1% of the 7,133 decoded products in our catalog (93 products).

Which brands use Cera Alba?

In the products we've decoded, Beeswax appears in formulas from Labello, Carmex, Dr. Bronner's, Cien, Embryolisse.

What kinds of products contain Cera Alba?

In our decoded catalog, Beeswax shows up mostly in lip cares (49), moisturizers (18), body lotions (8), others (6), sunscreens (5), cleansers (2).

Is Cera Alba typically rinse-off or leave-on?

Based on the categories of the decoded products that list it, Beeswax shows up mostly in leave-on products (80 of 82 classified). This is derived from product category, not a label fact.

What is Cera Alba called in Korean?

On Korean labels, Beeswax is listed as 세라알바.

Where does Cera Alba usually appear on the ingredient list?

Typically #6 of a label (middle third) — across 93 decoded labels. Labels list ingredients in descending order only above 1% — position is a rough signal, not a concentration claim.

Products with Beeswax

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89 public products list this ingredient.

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Ingredient lists show presence and order, not concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.

Sources & methodology

Compiled from the EU CosIng database (ref 32492) · snapshot 16 June 2026. CosIng is an informational, non-legally-binding reference. Inclusion does not mean an ingredient is approved, safe, authorized for cosmetic use, or clinically effective. An INCI list does not reveal concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.

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Beeswax

Beeswax softens and smooths the skin, and also leaves a thin film on skin or hair after it dries, and adds scent.

INCI: Cera Alba

ReferenceCatalog-linked

Find formulas with this

Good to know

Animal-derivednote
Sourced from animals — relevant if you avoid animal-derived ingredients.

Decision snapshot

Current record

INCI name: Cera Alba
In our catalog: Found in 93 of the 7,133 products we've decoded
Label position: Typically #6 of a label (middle third) — across 93 decoded labelsLabels list ingredients in descending order only above 1% — position is a rough signal, not a concentration claim.

Names & references

Official label names and chemical registry identifiers, with each available source kept explicit.

Official INCI name: Cera Alba
Korean · KCIA: 세라알바

Chemical registries

CAS8012-89-3EC232-383-7

Recent research

All research on Beeswax →

Tracking 2 published papers (2025-2026).

Ensuring the Safe Use of Bee Products: A Review of Allergic Risks and Management.
International journal of molecular sciences, 2025
Propolis and Beeswax in Cosmetics: A Market Survey and Literature Review on Their Relationship and Role in Allergic Contact Dermatitis.
Contact dermatitis, 2026

Where it fits in real formulas

Related ingredients, common formula neighbors, naming, and catalog context. This stays separate from evidence and personal-fit guidance.

Similar ingredients

related by documented function or concern

Where it's used

Real brands and product categories from the 93 decoded products listing Beeswax — an observation of our catalog, not a claim about market share.

Brands

Labello (5)Carmex (3)Dr. Bronner's (3)Cien (2)Embryolisse (2)Guerlain (2)Laino (2)Neutrogena (2)

Product categories

lip cares (49), moisturizers (18), body lotions (8), others (6), sunscreens (5), cleansers (2)

Based on those categories, Beeswax shows up mostly in leave-on products (80 of 82 classified) — derived from product category, not a label fact.

Commonly appears alongside

How often another ingredient appears in the same decoded products. This does not show routine compatibility.

Frequently asked questions

What does Cera Alba do in a formula?

Beeswax's CosIng-listed function is "skin conditioning - emollient": softens and smooths the skin.

How common is Cera Alba in skincare?

Beeswax appears in 1% of the 7,133 decoded products in our catalog (93 products).

Which brands use Cera Alba?

In the products we've decoded, Beeswax appears in formulas from Labello, Carmex, Dr. Bronner's, Cien, Embryolisse.

What kinds of products contain Cera Alba?

In our decoded catalog, Beeswax shows up mostly in lip cares (49), moisturizers (18), body lotions (8), others (6), sunscreens (5), cleansers (2).

Is Cera Alba typically rinse-off or leave-on?

Based on the categories of the decoded products that list it, Beeswax shows up mostly in leave-on products (80 of 82 classified). This is derived from product category, not a label fact.

What is Cera Alba called in Korean?

On Korean labels, Beeswax is listed as 세라알바.

Where does Cera Alba usually appear on the ingredient list?

Typically #6 of a label (middle third) — across 93 decoded labels. Labels list ingredients in descending order only above 1% — position is a rough signal, not a concentration claim.

Products with Beeswax

All 89 →

89 public products list this ingredient.

Catalog preview

A compact look at the first products in this result set

1–1 / 12

Browse full product list

About the sources

Ingredient lists show presence and order, not concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.

Sources & methodology

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Names & references

Recent research

Where it fits in real formulas

Where it's used

Frequently asked questions

Products with Beeswax

[KIOSKIN] Peptox Youth Anti-Aging Cream 50ml

Lip & Body Treatment Balm

Lippe Balm

Labello Blackberry Lip Balm - 55ml

Nuxe Rêve de Miel Honey Lip Balm - 15g

Nivea Care Soft Rose Lip Balm

Labello Classic Lip Balm

Filorga Meso-Mask Anti-Wrinkle Lightening Mask – 50 ml

Curalene Original Lip Care - 17g

Apivita Intense hand cream with a hydrating effect for chapped and dry hands 50 ml

L'Erbolario Hyaluronic Acid Anti-Age Lip Treatment 4.5 ml

Martina gebhardt Young & Active cream, 15 ml

About the sources

Good to know

Decision snapshot

Names & references

Recent research

Where it fits in real formulas

Where it's used

Frequently asked questions

Products with Beeswax

[KIOSKIN] Peptox Youth Anti-Aging Cream 50ml

Lip & Body Treatment Balm

Lippe Balm

Labello Blackberry Lip Balm - 55ml

Nuxe Rêve de Miel Honey Lip Balm - 15g

Nivea Care Soft Rose Lip Balm

Labello Classic Lip Balm

Filorga Meso-Mask Anti-Wrinkle Lightening Mask – 50 ml

Curalene Original Lip Care - 17g

Apivita Intense hand cream with a hydrating effect for chapped and dry hands 50 ml

L'Erbolario Hyaluronic Acid Anti-Age Lip Treatment 4.5 ml

Martina gebhardt Young & Active cream, 15 ml

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