Ceresin

Helps oil and water mix.

In the Mineral oil group

What it is

A wax made by purifying ozokerite, a mineral wax that occurs naturally in the earth.

Thickens the product, helps hold it together and helps keep oil and water from separating.

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Helps oil and water mixOfficial EU function: Emulsion stabilising

Gives the textureOfficial EU function: Viscosity controlling

Makes the formula less see-throughOfficial EU function: Opacifying

Conditions and detangles hairOfficial EU function: Hair conditioning

Reduces staticOfficial EU function: Antistatic

Mineral oil

Some people prefer plant-based or petroleum-free formulas, or avoid heavy, occlusive textures on oily or blemish-prone skin.

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