Lemon wax, 10 g

Lemon Wax: The Natural Emollient for Premium Formulations

Discover the versatility and natural efficacy of our Lemon Wax, a premium 100% organic ingredient meticulously crafted in Germany. Presented as white granules/flakes with no scent, this fat-soluble wax is a must-have for formulators seeking to enhance the texture, stability, and sensory appeal of a wide range of cosmetic, personal care, and home fragrance products. With a melting point of 60°C, Lemon Wax is an exceptional emollient and texturizer, bringing a touch of natural luxury to your creations.

Description and Key Characteristics

Lemon Wax (INCI: Vegetable/Lemon Oil, Vitamin E) is a unique plant-derived wax extracted from lemon peels, often combined with vegetable oil and stabilized with Vitamin E to preserve its beneficial properties. It's a testament to natural innovation, offering excellent film-forming and binding capabilities without the heaviness of some synthetic alternatives.

Key features and benefits:

• 100% Organic Quality: Sourced and processed to the highest organic standards, ensuring purity and environmental responsibility.

• Natural Emollient: Imparts a silky-smooth feel to the skin, enhancing spreadability and reducing greasiness in oil-based formulations.

• Texturizing Agent: Provides structure and body to creams, balms, and stick formulations, preventing syneresis (oil separation) and improving overall stability.

• Film-Forming Properties: Creates a protective, occlusive barrier on the skin, helping to lock in moisture and protect against environmental aggressors.

• Binding Agent: Excellent for solid formulations like lipsticks, balms, and massage bars, providing cohesion and preventing crumbling.

• Odorless: Its neutral scent makes it incredibly versatile, allowing other fragrances or essential oils in your formula to shine without interference.

• Easy to Use: Available in convenient granules/flakes, it melts easily into the oil phase of formulations, simplifying the manufacturing process.

• Fat-Soluble: Readily incorporates into oil-based systems, ensuring smooth integration into a wide array of products.

• Stabilized with Vitamin E: The inclusion of Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant, extending the shelf life of the wax and the final product by preventing oxidation of oils.

Applications and Areas of Use

Lemon Wax is an incredibly adaptable ingredient, making it a valuable addition across various product categories in cosmetics, personal care, and beyond. Its recommended usage percentage varies depending on the desired effect and product type.

• Cosmetic Production:

  • Whitening Emulsions (1-2%): Provides a silky texture and contributes to the stability of lotions and creams aimed at evening skin tone.

  • Deodorant Sticks (1-2%): Acts as a binding and structuring agent, creating solid, smooth-gliding deodorant formulas.

  • Hair Smoothing Products (0.25-1%): Enhances the texture of hair serums and conditioners, providing a light film for frizz control and shine without weighing hair down.

  • Massage Bars & Solid Lotions (0.5-3%): Creates solid, melt-on-contact formulations that deliver nourishing oils to the skin with a luxurious feel.

  • Soaps (0.5-3%): Can improve the hardness and longevity of handmade soaps, while offering a conditioning effect.

  • Lipstick & Lip Balm (3%): Provides structure, enhances glide, and contributes to the lasting power of lip products. It ensures a smooth application and a comfortable wear.

  • Depilatory Wax (3%): Can be incorporated into waxing formulations to improve their texture and adherence.

• Perfumery & Aromatherapy:

  • Solid Perfumes (Wax-based) (2-4%): Acts as the solid base for concentrated perfumes, allowing for a portable and alcohol-free fragrance experience.

  • Aromatic Candles (2-4%): Can be used as an additive in candle formulations to improve burn time, scent throw, and overall candle stability, particularly in natural wax blends.

• Other Applications:

  • While primarily used in cosmetics, its natural and emollient properties make it suitable for exploration in certain pharmaceutical and food supplement applications (always consult relevant regulations and experts for these specific uses).

Its versatility and natural origin make Lemon Wax an excellent choice for formulators looking to create high-quality, effective, and consumer-friendly products.

Cosmetic Recipe: Nourishing Lip Balm with Lemon Wax

Create a smooth, protective, and hydrating lip balm that glides on effortlessly, using the unique properties of Lemon Wax.

Instructions for Making the Lip Balm:

1. Sanitize: Thoroughly sanitize all your equipment (beakers, stirring rods, lip balm tubes/tins) with isopropyl alcohol and allow them to air dry completely.

2. Melt Phase A: In a heat-resistant beaker, combine Sweet Almond Oil, Shea Butter, Lemon Wax, and Cocoa Butter.

3. Heat Gently: Place the beaker in a double boiler (bain-marie) and gently heat until all the waxes and butters are completely melted and the mixture is clear. Stir occasionally to ensure even melting.

4. Remove from Heat: Once melted, remove the beaker from the double boiler.

5. Add Phase B: Allow the mixture to cool slightly (to below 60°C, but still liquid) before adding Vitamin E and your chosen Flavor Oil. Stir well to ensure even distribution.

6. Pour: Carefully pour the liquid lip balm mixture into your sanitized lip balm tubes or tins. Work quickly, as the mixture will start to solidify as it cools.

7. Cool: Let the lip balms cool completely at room temperature without disturbing them. Once fully solid, cap them.

Recommendations for Use:

• Lemon Wax Percentage: This recipe uses 15% Lemon Wax, which provides a firm yet smooth lip balm texture. You can adjust this percentage slightly (e.g., 12-18%) to achieve a softer or firmer balm, depending on your preference and other waxes used.

• Melting Temperature: Lemon Wax has a melting point of 60°C. Ensure your oil phase reaches this temperature to fully incorporate the wax.

• Cool Down Phase: Add heat-sensitive ingredients like Vitamin E and flavor oils after the main mixture has cooled slightly but is still liquid, to preserve their efficacy and aroma.

• Storage: Store your finished lip balms in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight to maintain their stability and extend shelf life. Properly made balms can last for 6-12 months.

• Application: Apply generously to lips as needed for hydration and protection. This balm is particularly good for dry, chapped lips.

• Customization: Feel free to experiment with different base oils, butters, and flavor oils to create your unique lip balm variations.

And also go to the Blog from Мыло Опт, where we share useful information about creating the right natural cosmetics