Explore the recorded roles of ABIES ALBA LEAF CERA and what they can mean in a cosmetic formula.
Source-function explanation
The panels below interpret this ingredient’s recorded functions. They describe possible contributions, not proven clinical results. Any individually reviewed study is shown separately.
01 / COSMETIC CONTEXT
For skin
Skin ConditioningA broad skin-conditioning role is recorded. A more specific benefit needs ingredient-level evidence.
Skin ProtectingA protective cosmetic role is recorded. The particular external influence and measured effect need separate evidence.
02 / COSMETIC CONTEXT
For hair
No hair-specific function has been mapped from this source record. Hair or scalp benefits have not yet been reviewed here.
03 / FORMULATION ROLE
In cosmetics
Skin ConditioningUsed to help keep skin in good condition. This broad function does not identify a specific clinical result.
Skin ProtectingHelps protect skin from external influences within a cosmetic context. This does not establish an individual clinical outcome.
PerfumingContributes a fragrance to a cosmetic product. A perfuming function does not disclose a complete fragrance composition.
Possible formulation contexts
Examples associated with the recorded function classes; these are not verified product listings or instructions to apply the raw ingredient.
Skin-conditioning formulas
Skin-protecting formulas
Fragrance systems
Read the benefit with the formula.
Ingredient form, concentration, pH, delivery system and contact time can change the result. A skin finding does not establish a hair benefit; a conditioning or fibre result does not establish hair growth.
Abies Alba Leaf Cera is the wax derived from the needles of the fir, Abies alba, Pinaceae
European Commission · source text, with formatting normalised · CC BY 4.0
Source ingredient name
ABIES ALBA LEAF CERA
CAS identifier(s)
90028-76-5
EC identifier(s)
289-870-2
Other source names / search aliases
ABIES ALBA LEAF WAX
CAS and EC identifiers are source references. A botanical extract, polymer or mixture may have more than one identifier; a name does not establish purity, supplier grade or sourcing.
03 / INSIDE THE FORMULA
What does it do?
Skin Conditioning
Used to help keep skin in good condition. This broad function does not identify a specific clinical result.
Skin Protecting
Helps protect skin from external influences within a cosmetic context. This does not establish an individual clinical outcome.
Perfuming
Contributes a fragrance to a cosmetic product. A perfuming function does not disclose a complete fragrance composition.
Functions describe possible roles in a formulation. They do not establish the performance of every product containing this ingredient.
04 / READ THE LABEL
Match the complete name.
Look for the complete name ABIES ALBA LEAF CERA. Similar words, derivatives and salts can refer to different ingredients.
A label usually does not tell you the supplier grade, extraction method or exact concentration of each ingredient. An individual ingredient cannot reveal the overall behaviour of a finished formula.
Expanded Beaut.in explanation in progress
This entry currently documents source identity and functions. Ingredient-specific efficacy studies, sensitisation context and India-specific restrictions still need an editorial review.
05 / EVIDENCE & REGULATORY CONTEXT
Keep the context in view.
European Union source references
Conditions below are taken from the dated CosIng annex export. A reference can cover a group of substances and specific product types. Read all conditions together; this is not an assessment of an Indian product.
Annex III/103 · Restricted-substance list (EU source) Identity matched to source row
Chemical name / INN
Abies alba oil and extract
Other
Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L (15 )
Wording of conditions of use and warnings
(15 ) This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product.’
Applicable Cosmetics Rules and standards need to be checked for the ingredient, product type and use. Ingredient-specific restrictions have not yet been mapped here.
European Union
CosIng records do not authorise use. Check the current Cosmetics Regulation and annexes for restrictions and conditions.
United States
FDA guidance has a US scope. Product classification, colour additives and other ingredient conditions require separate checks.
Individual experience
No personalised suitability or allergy assessment is provided. A source function is separate from human efficacy and finished-product testing.
Independent clinical evidence synthesis
Not yet completed
Ingredient safety score
Not assigned
Concentration / exposure limits
Not inferred from the ingredient name
06 / FOLLOW THE REFERENCE
Sources & record history
About this image
Source organism · Abies alba · Source-organism reference image; not a photograph of the processed cosmetic ingredient.
Beaut.in explains ingredient information in original language. Source inclusion does not constitute endorsement. Source descriptions and annex-table fields are reproduced with credit to the European Union; formatting is normalised. The current record is a dated snapshot, not a live regulatory monitor. Reuse terms: European Commission · CC BY 4.0 ↗.