Copernicia cerifera is a palm from northeast Brazil. The surface of the leaves have a natural wax coating called carnauba that helps seal in moisture. Commercially, the wax is used to harden candles, polish, pencils and pastels, and to shine leather. The younger the leaf, the higher quality the wax
Skincare benefits of Carnauba wax
In cosmetics, carnauba wax, which is a thickener, is used for its filmogenic properties.