Description

Rosa Multiflora Flower Cera is a plant-derived wax obtained from the flowers of the Rosa multiflora plant. This wax is valued for its emollient and moisturizing properties and is commonly used in cosmetic and skincare formulations.

Composition and Chemical Structure:

Fatty Acid Esters and Alcohols: Major components of the wax that give it a solid texture and the ability to form protective films on the skin.
Phytosterols: Provide moisturizing and strengthening properties for the skin.
Antioxidant Compounds: Help combat free radical damage and maintain skin health.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Solid at room temperature, with a color ranging from white to pale yellow.
Odor: Delicate, floral aroma characteristic of Rosa multiflora flowers.
Texture: Solid and waxy, melting at higher temperatures, making it suitable for inclusion in cosmetic formulations.

Production Process:

Harvesting: Rosa multiflora flowers are collected at the optimal time to ensure the highest quality wax.
Extraction: The flowers are processed to extract the wax through appropriate methods, such as cold pressing or solvent extraction.
Purification: The extracted wax is purified to remove impurities and concentrate on beneficial components.
Formulation: The purified wax is then incorporated into cosmetic and skincare products.

Applications:

Skincare Products: Used in creams, balms, and lotions for its moisturizing and emollient properties.
Lip Care Products: Included in lip balms to provide a protective barrier and keep lips soft.
Hair Care Products: Used in hair pomades and waxes to provide shine and hold.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: The production of Rosa multiflora flower wax is often conducted with sustainable practices to minimize ecological impact.
Safety: Generally considered safe for topical use. It is always advisable to check for any allergic reactions or individual sensitivities.

INCI:


Skin conditioning agent - Emollient. Emollients have the characteristic of enhancing the skin barrier through a source of exogenous lipids that adhere to the skin, improving barrier properties by filling gaps in intercorneocyte clusters to improve hydration while protecting against inflammation. In practice, they have the ability to create a barrier that prevents transepidermal water loss. Emollients are described as degreasing or refreshing additives that improve the lipid content of the upper layers of the skin by preventing degreasing and drying of the skin. The problem with emollients is that many have a strong lipophilic character and are identified as occlusive ingredients; they are oily and fatty materials that remain on the skin surface and reduce transepidermal water loss. In cosmetics, emollients and moisturisers are often considered synonymous with humectants and occlusives.

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.

Surfactant - Foam booster. It has the effect of introducing gas bubbles into the water and affects the cleaning process by helping to spread the cleanser. Since sebum has an inhibiting effect on the bubble, more foam is produced in the second shampoo.
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CAS: 97593-51-6 EC number 307-356-9