Beeswax
Cera Alba
What It Is
Cera Alba, commonly known as beeswax, is a natural wax produced by honeybees.
Functional Role
It functions as a thickening and structuring agent in cosmetic formulations.
Skin-Relevant Properties
Beeswax helps create a protective barrier on the skin’s surface, supporting moisture retention.
Interesting Fact
Beeswax is secreted by worker bees from specialized abdominal glands to build honeycomb structures.