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SORBETH-6 BEESWAX.

Valuable CAS 8051-15-8 / SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

SORBETH-6 BEESWAX is a hydrophilized derivative of beeswax, expertly engineered to function as a multi-tasking ingredient in skincare. It primarily serves as an emulsifier and stabilizer, adeptly blending oil and water phases, while also imparting emollient properties to enhance skin feel.

Summary

emulsifying emollient stabilizer surfactant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by reducing the surface tension between immiscible oil and water phases, allowing them to form stable emulsions. As an emollient, it contributes to a smooth, soft, and moisturized skin feel. The beeswax component further aids in forming a protective epidermal barrier, which effectively minimizes transepidermal water loss, promoting hydration, softening, and potentially offering anti-inflammatory benefits.

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range ≤3%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Clinical tests at concentrations up to 3% demonstrated SORBETH-6 BEESWAX to be minimally irritating and non-sensitizing to the skin.
  2. 02 Undiluted applications were found to be non-irritating to both the eyes and intact or abraded skin.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

SORBETH-6 BEESWAX is an emulsifying and emollient agent, not typically considered for 'dusting' related to active ingredient concentration thresholds. Its primary role is formulation stabilization and skin conditioning.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

As a hydrophilized derivative of beeswax, SORBETH-6 BEESWAX is specifically designed to enhance the stability of oil-in-water emulsion systems.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
3%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has deemed SORBETH-6 BEESWAX, along with similar Sorbeth beeswax derivatives, safe for cosmetic use. This assessment considered comprehensive data from related compounds. While 1,4-dioxane, a potential ethoxylation by-product, can be present, its levels are controllable through purification, a process monitored by regulatory bodies like the FDA. No specific SCCS opinion was found, but it is generally considered safe under current practices and EU regulations, provided it adheres to animal by-products legislation.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

SORBETH-6 BEESWAX is a valuable ingredient for its dual functionality as a highly effective, low-irritancy emulsifier and an emollient that enhances skin hydration and barrier function across all skin types.

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