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Is Microcrystalline Wax vegan?

Microcrystalline Wax

Vegan

Microcrystalline wax is a petroleum-derived wax characterised by fine crystals, in contrast to the larger crystals of paraffin wax. It consists of high-molecular-weight saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons and is used as a viscosity-increasing agent and emollient in cosmetics.

Also known as Cera Microcristallina, Hydrocarbon wax microcrystalline, Mineral wax, Petrolatum wax, Petroleum wax, Petroleum wax microcrystalline
INCI name Microcrystalline Wax
E number E905
CosIng ID 92425
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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