Candelilla Wax

Candelilla Wax is a natural plant-based wax derived from the leaves of the Candelilla shrub native to northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. Known for its hard, brittle texture and natural gloss, Candelilla Wax is widely used in cosmetics, skincare, and personal care formulations as a thickening agent, emulsifier, and coating agent. It provides a smooth, waxy texture and enhances the stability and appearance of products.

Key Benefits

✔ Natural, plant-based alternative to beeswax
✔ Provides structure, firmness, and texture to formulations
✔ Acts as a thickening agent and emulsifier in creams and lotions
✔ Adds a natural gloss and smoothness to lip balms, glosses, and balms
✔ Offers moisture retention properties to keep the skin hydrated

How to Use

• Melt and blend into the oil phase of formulations.
• Recommended usage: 1-10%, depending on desired consistency and effect.
• Can be combined with other waxes, oils, and butters to adjust texture and performance.
• For external use only.

Applications

Ideal for lip balms, lip glosses, creams, lotions, deodorants, candles, hair care products, and body butters.