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Emulsifying Wax 1 kg

What Makes Emulsifying Wax the Backbone of Every Stable Cream

Emulsifying Wax belongs to the Waxes for cosmetics category, though its role among other waxes is purely functional rather than decorative or aromatic. Derived from plant-based fatty alcohols, this non-ionic emulsifier binds oil droplets tightly within a water phase, preventing separation over time and keeping the finished formula smooth and uniform for the entire shelf life. This single property underlies most modern cream, lotion and ointment manufacturing.

The largest demand for emulsifying wax comes from the personal care and cosmetic industry - body and face creams, moisturizing lotions, hair conditioners and masks, sunscreen emulsions, shaving products. Beyond cosmetics, it is widely used in pharmaceutical manufacturing for ointment bases and topical emulsions, as well as in household chemistry for furniture polishes, shoe creams and automotive wax emulsions. Regardless of the industry, the core task stays the same: merging two naturally incompatible liquids into one stable mixture.

A typical working dosage ranges from 3 to 8 percent of the total batch weight, occasionally rising to 10-12 percent in richer, denser creams. The wax is added to the oil phase together with vegetable oils, shea or cocoa butter and silicones, then heated in a water bath to 70-75 degrees Celsius until fully melted. The water phase, containing glycerin, hydrosols or extracts, is heated to the same temperature and poured into the oil phase under constant stirring until a uniform emulsion forms, which is then cooled to room temperature.

Emulsifying wax pairs well with xanthan gum thickeners, preservatives, carrier oils and active ingredients added during the cooling stage. To give the finished cream a natural scent and richer texture, formulators often bring in aromatic waxes such as Lemon wax, Narcissus Flower Wax or Green Tea Wax, added in small amounts once the emulsion has already begun to cool, giving the product a distinct natural character without synthetic fragrance.

The 1 kg package suits small-batch and studio production - cosmetic labs, independent workshops and small workshops that run batches of a few dozen to a few hundred units and want a reliable stock without frequent reordering. Store the wax in a cool, dry place, tightly sealed and away from direct sunlight and heat sources; under these conditions it keeps its emulsifying performance for a long time.

Lightweight Body Butter with Emulsifying Wax

Emulsifying Wax 28 g

Shea butter 25 g

Sweet almond oil 20 g

Distilled water 205 g

Glycerin 9 g

Preservative 5 g

Green Tea Wax 3 g

Melt the emulsifying wax together with shea butter and almond oil in a water bath at 75 degrees until fully liquid. Separately heat the water with glycerin to the same temperature, then slowly pour it into the oil phase while whisking continuously for about six minutes until a smooth emulsion forms. Cool the mixture down to 40 degrees, stir in the preservative and green tea wax, mix until even, then transfer into clean jars.

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INCI	Emulsifying Wax
Other
Att brand	Germany
Color product	from white to ivory
Features	green emulsifier type m / w
Input percentage	2-6%, drown in the hot fat phase, hard tiles for skin cleansing - 6-8%, light fluids and masks - 2-4%, emulsions and gel fluids - 3%, hair conditioners - 4-7%
Melting temperature	50 ° C
Minimum count	1
Name	Emulsifying Wax 1 kg
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	1 kg
Solubility	butter
View	Flakes, granules
Valid until	10.2028