Formulation and evaluation of alternative to beeswax for vegan lipsticks.

ABSTRACT: Honeybees' success is strictly linked to the chemical and application properties of their products: honey, beeswax (BW), venom, propolis, pollen and royal jelly. Among these products, BW, a natural compound secreted by bees, is particularly valued for its stability and is widely used in cosmetics for make-up and skincare production or in dermatology to produce creams. In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the critical role these insects play in the ecosystem. Animal-derived ingredients are controversial and borderline with consumers' necessities. Therefore, whenever possible, similar ingredients from other sources are sought. The demand for vegan products is a global trend that influences all segments of consumer behaviour, including the choice of cosmetics. Given the grow

SUBMITTER: Loiacono M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12319492 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature