Candelilla Wax

Candelilla Wax, is a vegan and scent-free additive ideal for cosmetics like lip balms and lotion bars. Extracted from the candelilla shrub in the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. Often replacing beeswax, Candelilla wax is harder and has a higher melting point than beeswax. Hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic, it’s suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin, providing moisturizing benefits and a smooth texture. Additionally, it’s a sustainable choice, harvested without harming the plant, making it an eco-friendly, nutrient-rich alternative in a variety of personal care products.

Overall, candelilla wax is great for skin products, making it a versatile and beneficial ingredient in a wide range of cosmetics.

Key Features of Candelilla Wax:

• Appearance: Pale Yellow Wax flake
• Botanical Name: Euphoribia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
• Shelf Life: 2 years
• SAP (bar) Value: 0.04
• KOH (liquid) Value: 0.06
• INCI: Euphorbia Cerifera (candelilla) wax

Usage Instructions:

• For balms and lotion bars, start with a 1:1:1 ratio of wax, butter, and oil.
• Candelilla Wax is harder than beeswax and performs thickening at double the rate, so if you are using it to replace Beeswax in your formulas, cut usage in half.