Carnauba Wax
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Emollient
Carnauba wax is a natural wax found in the leaves of the carnauba palm tree. It's often used in cosmetics and food products to give them a smooth, shiny appearance.
Low Concern
Source: FDA GRAS list
Carnauba wax is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics and food products, but high doses may cause gastrointestinal upset in some individuals.
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OK so who ACTUALLY Ate These?? I refuse to think people actually have.
Natural wax-assisted anisotropic crystallization on hierarchical polydimethylsiloxane sponge: Harnessing interfacial surface energy for efficient oil-water mixture and nanoemulsion separation.
Soni N, Choudhury M, Sikarwar BS
2026
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Last updated: May 16, 2026