Soft wax with a non-crystalline structure. Used to modify crystallinity and rigidity of other waxes. Used in sticks to improve pay-off and gloss and impart a pleasant afterfeel. Also used as a suspending and thickening agent.
Product details
Chemical group
- Synthetic wax
Administration route
- Topical
Market application
- Dermatology
Functions
- Consistency agent
- Emulsion stabiliser
Physical form
- Off-white solid