From the hiveThickensSoftens
Beeswax
Cera Alba (Beeswax)
Beeswax. Gives Avalon its body and leaves a soft, protective feel.
- Origin
- From beesWax made by honeybees to build their comb. Cera alba is Latin for "white wax".
- Also called
- Cera alba, White beeswax
What it is
The wax honeybees make to build their honeycomb. Its name on the list, cera alba, is Latin for "white wax".
What it does
It thickens the cream and helps give Avalon its soft, slightly thick texture. On skin it leaves a light layer that helps slow the loss of moisture.
Why it’s clean
A natural wax with a long record in cosmetics, named plainly on the list. Avalon lists no paraffin or other petroleum waxes.




