Sorbeth-6 Beeswax
AKA “Polysorbate 6 Beeswax, Beeswax Polysorbate”
Wax
Ingredient Facts
Sorbeth-6 beeswax
AKA: Polysorbate 6 Beeswax, Beeswax Polysorbate
Wax · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Bee Product
Wax
Not Clean
1,4-Anhydro-D-glucitol, ethoxylated, esters with beeswax (6 mol EO average molar ratio)
Effective at 0.7%
CAS #
8051-15-8
Form
Wax
See origin →
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthetic emulsifier combining sorbitol ethoxylate with natural beeswax components, developed in the mid-20th century. Created to bridge traditional beeswax emulsification with modern polysorbate chemistry for improved cosmetic stability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
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
Concentration Guide
0.5%
0.9%
0%1%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.5-0.9
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR