wax

Cera Bellina

INCI: Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax

What is it?

Cera Bellina is a modified form of beeswax, made by converting beeswax's free fatty acids into polyglycerol esters using heat and vacuum. This makes the wax water-loving instead of purely oil-loving. It's typically used in formulations as a co-emulsifier and gel-forming agent for balms and lotions.

How is it used?

Melt it into the oil phase of a formula, typically alongside other oils rather than as a complete replacement for a formula's main emulsifier.

Forms

Available forms and grades affect how this ingredient behaves and how it should be selected for a formula.

Appearance

Color, texture, and physical characteristics can vary between suppliers and product grades.

Usage rate

Recommended incorporation levels depend on product type, supplier guidance, and the intended result.

Why we use it

Formulators choose this ingredient for specific performance, sensory, and stability benefits.

Strengths and limitations

Its advantages, compatibility considerations, and practical tradeoffs should be weighed during development.

Alternatives and substitutions

Possible replacements depend on the ingredient's role, desired skin feel, and formulation system.

Storage and shelf life

Appropriate storage conditions help protect quality and performance throughout the ingredient's usable life.

Cera Bellina

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