Microcrystalline Wax (Microcrystalline Wax) is a locks moisture in used in skincare to petroleum-derived wax. It's found in 8 products in our database, making it a less common ingredient.
What it does
Petroleum-derived 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.
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 Microcrystalline Wax?
8 products in our database contain Microcrystalline Wax. The highest-rated is La roche-posay Lipikar Eczema Soothing Relief Cream scoring 7.8/9.8.
Can I use 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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