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Candelilla Wax
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax · Candelilla Cera · Euphorbia Cerifera CeraBarrier
Plant-derived wax from the candelilla shrub. Vegan beeswax substitute; firmer texture.
What it does
Candelilla wax is the vegan workhorse for balm structure. Slightly firmer than beeswax — formulators typically need less to achieve the same balm hardness. Common in lip balms, mascaras, and body balms marketed as plant-based. Generally well tolerated.
Also known as
candelilla cera
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