Rhus Succedanea
- A plant wax similar to beeswax but is derived from the berries of the Rhus Succedanea plant which grows in Japan and China.
- Plant waxes help to keep an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, especially in cosmetics and personal care products that require a creamy consistency. These waxes also increase the thickness of the lipid (oil) portion of solid and stick-like products such as lipstick, giving them structure, allowing for a smooth application, and keeping them solid.
- When used in eye makeup, the waxes stiffen but do not harden the product, and the flexibility and plasticity of the waxes facilitate application.
Source: cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/rhus-succedanea-fruit-wax