🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A naturally occurring mineral wax (often synthetically replicated for purity). It has an exceptionally high melting point, making it the perfect ingredient to keep lipsticks and stick-balms solid in extreme heat.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Ensures solid cosmetics do not melt, provides a dry-touch occlusion, and softens.
💡 Pro Tip
Used purely functionally to provide structure and stability.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It causes severe allergic reactions.
The Science
It is completely chemically inert and highly hypoallergenic.