Description

Rosa centifolia Flower Wax is a natural wax extracted from the flowers of the Rosa centifolia plant, commonly known as Cabbage Rose or Provence Rose. This wax is used in cosmetics and skincare products for its emollient and protective properties.

Botanical Information:

Scientific Name: Rosa centifolia L.
Family: Rosaceae
Common Name: Cabbage Rose, Provence Rose
Plant Part Used: Flowers

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically light yellow in color with a solid, waxy texture.
Scent: Has a delicate, floral aroma characteristic of Rosa centifolia flowers.

Properties and Benefits:

Emollient: Rosa centifolia Flower Wax has excellent emollient properties, helping to keep the skin soft and hydrated.
Protective: Forms a protective barrier on the skin, helping to prevent moisture loss and shielding against external elements.
Moisturizing: Helps maintain skin hydration, contributing to a healthy, radiant appearance.

Uses:

Cosmetics: Used in creams, lotions, balms, and ointments for its moisturizing and protective benefits.
Lip Care: Often included in lip balms to provide lasting protection and an emollient effect.
Skincare: Added to skincare products to enhance texture and provide a soft feel.

Extraction Methods:

Solvent Extraction: The wax may be extracted using solvents to obtain a concentrated form.
Natural Extraction: Sometimes extracted through gentler processes to retain the natural qualities of the flower.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: It is important to ensure that wax production is conducted sustainably, respecting ecological practices.
Safety: Generally safe for topical use. It is advisable to perform a sensitivity test on a small area of skin before use to rule out any allergic reactions.

INCI:


Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.
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CAS: 84604-12-6 EC number 283-289-8