Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera
A plant wax from sumac fruit. It structures sticks and balms and gives a soft pliable texture and a protective film. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A functional plant wax. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Rhus succedanea fruit cera (INCI: Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera), known as Japan wax, is a plant wax obtained from the sumac fruit. In cosmetics it structures sticks and balms, gives a soft, pliable texture and leaves a protective film on the skin. This is a functional component, not a skincare active. Its job is to give body and consistency to the formula and to provide an emollient film that helps retain water. It handles that structural role well, but no treatment effect should be expected from it. Applied topically it has no systemic relevance, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good, with low irritation potential and low allergy risk. Its comedogenicity is very low, level 1, so it rarely causes trouble even on combination skin. It is a well-tolerated plant wax, useful in anhydrous and stick formulas that aim for a soft texture.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera safe during pregnancy?
Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera for?
Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera and what does it do in cosmetics?
A plant wax from sumac fruit.
Is Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 1/5 – very low comedogenicity. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera?
The INCI name is Rhus Succedanea Fruit Cera. It may also appear as: Rhus Succedanea Fruit Wax.
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