Waxes

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Description

Waxes are esters of (Long-Chain) Fatty Acids (e.g. Myristic Acid) and Long Chain Monohydric Alcohols.  Chemically, Waxes are classified as Simple Lipids from the Saponifiable Group of Lipids.

 

Types of Waxes

 Cetyl Myristoleate

 Jojoba Oil

 Lanolin

 Sebum

 

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