Common Name(s): Arabian jasmine flower wax,sambac jasmine wax,jasminum sambac cera
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides the distinctive scent and conditioning of arabian jasmine in a waxy form.
Why It's Used: Jasminum sambac (arabian jasmine) produces a distinct floral scent different from j. officinale; the wax concentrates methyl jasmonate, linalool, benzyl acetate, and indole (the deeper floral note of sambac) in a waxy matrix.
How It Works: Methyl jasmonate (plant stress hormone) has been studied for skin effects; indole provides the heady 'white flower' sambac character; benzyl acetate provides the lighter jasmine note; wax matrix provides slow release.
Typically Found In: Luxury asian floral skin care,aromatherapy products,premium botanical formulas
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient – botanical
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning,aromatic
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%–2%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required
Halal Status: Unverified - supplier confirmation required
Source Notes: Jasminum sambac (arabian jasmine) flower wax; natural plant origin; southeast asian cultivation. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: the record's own source_notes does not assert a non-animal origin, or instructs the reader to verify with the supplier; "yes" asserts knowledge the record does not hold. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Check benzyl acetate and other jasmine aromatics vs eu fragrance allergen thresholds.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Conditional – fragrance allergen content
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Moderate safety profile. check jasmine aromatic allergen content. ewg score: 1–2.
Works Well With: Jasminum officinale flower wax,other floral waxes
Avoid Combining With: Check fragrance allergen content
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Jasminum sambac (arabian jasmine, sampaguita) is the national flower of the philippines and indonesia; its distinctive 'heady' floral note (from indole content) differs from common jasmine (j. officinale); sambac jasmine is used in high-end asian perfumery and cosmetics.
Last Verified: 2026-03-28
Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary