Octyldodecyl Beeswax
AKA “Octyldodecyl beeswax derivative, UNKNOWN
Wax
Ingredient Facts
Octyldodecyl beeswax
AKA: Octyldodecyl beeswax derivative, UNKNOWN
Wax · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Bee Product
Wax
Not Clean
Fatty acids, beeswax, 2-octyldodecyl esters
CAS #
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Form
Wax
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic ester designed to mimic the protective and emollient properties of natural beeswax, which has been used for millennia in skincare and cosmetics. Developed to provide consistency and stability while reducing dependence on animal-derived beeswax.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Bee / Insect
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR