Ceresin
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Ceresin (also cerin, cerasin, cerosin, ceresin wax or ceresine) is a wax derived from ozokerite by a purifying process.
The purifying process of the ozokerite commonly comprises a treatment with heat and sulfuric acid, but other processes are also in use.
Uses are:
- as an alternative to beeswax in ointments
References
- [1], Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep online database