Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax) (Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax)) is a locks moisture in used in skincare to wax. It's found in 21 products in our database, making it a moderately popular ingredient.
What it does
Wax
Who it's best for
Very dry skin or compromised skin barriers.
Severely dry or cracked skin that loses moisture quickly
Anyone recovering from over-exfoliation or barrier damage
Winter skincare routines when transepidermal water loss is high
Works well with
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Draws in moisture(humectant)
+Softens and smooths(emollient)
Use caution with
!Works on your skin(active)Heavy occlusives applied before actives may reduce their penetration. Apply actives first, then seal with occlusives.
Found in
21 products
Category
Locks moisture in
Best products with Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax)
What does Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax) do in skincare?
Wax
Is Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax) safe for sensitive skin?
Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax) is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax)?
21 products in our database contain Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax). The highest-rated is Loreal UltraLift Nuit Soin anti-rides raffermissant scoring 7.2/9.8.
Can I use Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax) every day?
Occlusives are generally fine for daily use, especially in evening routines. If you have oily skin, you may prefer lighter options or evening-only application.
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