Description

Pelargonium Graveolens Cera is derived from the waxy cuticle of the Pelargonium graveolens plant, commonly known as Geranium. This wax is used in various cosmetic and personal care products for its emollient, protective, and stabilizing properties. It helps to create a smooth texture and provides a barrier that can help retain moisture and enhance the product’s performance.

Chemical Composition and Structure:
Pelargonium Graveolens Wax is composed of a mixture of various lipids, including:

Fatty Acids: Such as palmitic acid, stearic acid, and oleic acid, which contribute to the wax’s emollient and moisturizing properties.
Long-Chain Alcohols: Including cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, which help to stabilize emulsions and provide a smooth texture.
Hydrocarbons: These contribute to the wax’s protective and water-repellent qualities.
Esters: Combinations of fatty acids and alcohols that enhance the wax’s functional properties in cosmetic formulations.

These components form complex molecular structures that give the wax its solid, yet pliable consistency.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically a solid or semi-solid wax with a creamy or pale color, depending on processing methods.
Odor: Generally has a mild, natural floral scent or is neutral if refined.
Solubility: Insoluble in water but soluble in oils and organic solvents.

Production Process:

Harvesting: The wax is obtained from the surface of Pelargonium graveolens leaves and stems.
Extraction: The wax is extracted using appropriate methods, such as solvent extraction or mechanical pressing.
Purification: The extracted wax is purified to remove impurities and any residual plant material, often through filtration and refining processes.
Formulation: The purified wax is incorporated into various cosmetic and personal care products, where it serves as an emulsifier, stabilizer, or emollient.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in lip balms, creams, lotions, and ointments for its emollient, stabilizing, and texturizing properties.
Skincare: Helps to create a protective barrier on the skin, preventing moisture loss and enhancing the texture of products.
Haircare: May be included in hair products to provide texture, hold, and conditioning.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: The extraction of Pelargonium Graveolens Wax generally has a low environmental impact compared to some other natural waxes, but sustainable harvesting practices should be followed to minimize any negative effects.
Safety: This ingredient is considered safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products when used as directed. It is generally well-tolerated and does not pose significant risks for most individuals. Individuals with allergies to Geraniaceae family plants should be cautious.

INCI:


Fragrance. It plays a very important role in the formulation of cosmetic products as it provides the possibility of enhancing, masking or adding fragrance to the final product, increasing its marketability. It is able to create a perceptible pleasant odour, masking a bad smell. The consumer always expects to find a pleasant or distinctive scent in a cosmetic product.
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CAS: 90082-51-2 EC number 290-140-0