Classification standards for cosmetic raw materials

The classification criteria for cosmetic raw materials can be divided from multiple dimensions, mainly including classification by source, function, and chemical structure.
Classified by Source
Natural raw materials: extracted from natural animals, plants and minerals, such as rose essential oil (for perfume and skin care products), talc (for cosmetics), beeswax (for lipstick), etc.
Synthetic raw materials: obtained through chemical synthesis methods, such as glycerol stearate (commonly used emulsifier) and polyethylene (used as lip gloss film-forming agent).
Raw materials for biological fermentation: obtained through microbial fermentation, such as hyaluronic acid and lidocaine.
classification by function
Matrix materials: The main components of cosmetics, such as oils (olive oil), waxes (beeswax), and powdery materials (titanium dioxide).
Auxiliary raw materials: auxiliary materials to achieve product functions, such as spices, preservatives, emulsifiers, etc.
Functional ingredients: endow the product with specific effects, such as ceramide (whitening) and titanium dioxide (sun protection).
Classified by chemical structure
Organic raw materials: such as alcohols (ethanol) and acids (fruit acids).
Inorganic raw materials: such as metal oxides (iron oxide).