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Dermowax SB is a solid wax with a melting point in the range of 58–62ºC. This product leaves a soft, rich, luxurious feel on the skin, enhances emolliency and builds more body in creams and lotions. Because of its high molecular weight, it should have low irritation characteristics. It is suitable for use in skin care, color cosmetics, and hair care products.

INCI Name: Stearyl Behenate

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin

Functions: Emollient, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Natural, Naturally Derived, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Emolliency, Low-Irritation, Luxurious Skin-Feel, Soft Feel

Synonyms: Behenic acid stearyl ester, Octadecyl behenate, Purester 40, Stearyl behenate, Stearyl docosanoate

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Ingredient Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
24271-12-3
EC No.
246-115-1

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Skin Care Applications
Recommended Uses & Known Applications
  • Dermowax SB is a solid having a melting point in the range of 58o – 62o C. Dermowax SB leaves a soft, rich luxurious feel on the skin and enhances emolliency and builds more body in creams and lotions. Because of its high molecular weight, it should have low irritation characteristics.
  • It is recommended for use in eye shadow and mascaras.

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Bland
Appearance
White to Off-White Solid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Numbermax. 3
Saponification Number80 – 100