Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera
A plant wax. It thickens the oil phase and holds a stick in shape. Well tolerated.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera is a plant wax processed from the bark of the Japanese lacquer tree. Its INCI name is Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera. In a formula it thickens the oil phase and helps solid sticks and balms hold their shape. This is a functional ingredient, not an active. It does not correct skin concerns; it gives the product structure and firmness. In that structuring role it performs well. Used topically it has no systemic relevance, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. General tolerance is high, with a low irritation and allergy potential and very low comedogenicity (1 of 5). One note is worth making: the raw Rhus plant is known for sensitizing urushiols, but the refined cosmetic wax is processed to remove them. Even so, people with very reactive skin may want to patch test a small area first.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera safe during pregnancy?
Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera for?
Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera and what does it do in cosmetics?
A plant wax.
Is Rhus Verniciflua Peel 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 Verniciflua Peel Cera?
The INCI name is Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera. It may also appear as: Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax.
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Similar role in the formula
Other functional ingredients
Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax, Rose Ketones, Saccharin, Santalol, Trideceth-9, Ceteareth-23, Hexadecanolactone, PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
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