Description

Product Details

• Name: Carnauba Wax
• Origin: Natural (Plant-based)
• Source / Botanical: Copernicia prunifera
• Extraction Method: Wax is collected from dried palm leaves and then refined
• Part Used: Palm leaves
• Family: Arecaceae
• Color: Yellow to Light Brown
• Appearance: Flakes, powder, or pellets
• Aroma: Mild characteristic odor
• Melting Point: 80 – 86°C
• Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in oils and organic solvents
• Shelf Life: 3 – 5 years
• Key Constituents: Fatty acid esters, Fatty alcohols, Hydrocarbons, Resins
• Uses in Cosmetics: Lipsticks, Lip balms, Mascara, Creams and lotions, Hair styling products, Cosmetic sticks
• Benefits: Provides high gloss and shine, Adds hardness and structure to products, Improves product stability, Helps create smooth texture
• Precautions: Use in small percentages because it is very hard, Melt at high temperature (around 85°C), Store in a cool, dry place