Myrica cerifera cera (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

Bayberry Extract; Bayberry Wax; Wax myrtle wax

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Myrica cerifera fruit extract is the extract from the coating of the fruits of Myrica cerifera, the mirte or wax berry bush (Wax Myrtle; Box Myrtle; Bayberry), a shrub/tree from the gale family that grows up to 10m high. The wax is used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple) and film former (forms a film on skin, hair or nails when applied).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer