Behenyl Beeswax
AKA “Behenylated beeswax, Beeswax behenyl ester”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Behenyl beeswax
AKA: Behenylated beeswax, Beeswax behenyl ester
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Bee Product
Synthetic
Clean
A natural wax derived from beeswax that softens skin and helps create a smooth, luxurious texture in beauty products.
Effective at 9.0%
CAS #
144514-52-3
Form
Wax
See origin →
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic hybrid combining behenyl alcohol with beeswax properties, developed in modern cosmetics to provide conditioning and protective barrier effects without traditional precedent.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Bee / Insect
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
3.0%
15.0%
0%21%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 3-4 | 8-15
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR