Beeswax information, properties and uses. How to use Beeswax as a raw ingredient in making your own natural skin care products...

Beeswax

Beeswax key notes:

Description: We use thin Beeswax sheets from Swedish beekeepers, the source of the purest European honey and Beeswax. The skin does not absorb Beeswax so it therefore creates a protective barrier for the skin and lips, thereby retaining moisture in those areas.

Shelf Life of Beeswax: Beeswax does not go rancid and keeps for 4 - 5 years and it has a melting point of 63°C.

Function of Beeswax: Beeswax gives consistency to ointments, lip balms and lipsticks and protects the skin and lips from drying out.

Beeswax Sample Recipe: Calendula Ointment

For more recipes with Beeswax, see our Education Pack No. 1

• 15g Beeswax
• 50 ml Avocado Oil
• 30 ml Thistle Oil
• 2g Calendula CO2 extract
• 2g Vitamin E Oil
• 10-15 drops Essential Oils

Method for using Beeswax in a Base Ointment:

1) Melt the Beeswax and Vegetable Oil together in a double boiler.
2) When the Beeswax is completely melted, remove the bowl or saucepan from the heat.
3) Whisk the Beeswax ointment until it has cooled to approx. 40-45°C.
4) Whisk, or stir in, any other ingredients you wish to include.
5) Pour Beeswax into jars and label.

To make a liquid Beeswax ointment use 5% Beeswax
To make a thin Beeswax ointment use 10% Beeswax
For a soft consistency use 15% Beeswax
For a solid consistency use 20% Beeswax
For a hard consistency use 25% Beeswax

Once you have made the ointment to the required consistency, simply add the Vegetable Oil, CO2 extracts and Essential Oils as required.

For more recipes with Beeswax, see our Education Pack No. 2

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