Acacia farnesiana flower wax

Acacia farnesiana flower wax

AKA “Cassie flower wax, Sweet acacia flower wax”

Wax

Ingredient Facts

Acacia farnesiana flower wax

AKA: Cassie flower wax, Sweet acacia flower wax

Wax · Emollient · EWG: 1

Plant-Derived

Emollient

Fragrance

Skin Conditioner

Wax

Clean

Acacia Farnesiana Flower Wax is a wax obtained from the flowers of Acacia farnesiana, Fabaceae. Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Flavouring Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Family

Fabaceae (Legume family)

Plant Part

Flower

Lifeform

Hemiparasitic epiphyte

Climate

Seasonally dry tropical

CAS #

89958-31-6

Form

Wax

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Functions

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Fragrance

Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.

Adds Flavor

Antioxidant Protection

Reduces Inflammation

Wound Healing

Adds pleasant taste

Traditional Use

The waxy coating from acacia flowers has been traditionally used in Middle Eastern cosmetic preparations as an emollient and skin-protective ingredient.