Description

Product Details

• Name: Sunflower Wax
• Origin: Natural (Plant-based)
• Source / Botanical: Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
• Extraction Method: Obtained during the winterization of sunflower oil
• Part Used: Sunflower oil
• Family: Asteraceae
• Color: Pale yellow to light brown
• Appearance: Flakes, powder, or pellets
• Aroma: Mild characteristic odor
• Melting Point: 70 – 80°C
• Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in oils
• Shelf Life: 2 – 3 years
• Key Constituents: Long-chain fatty alcohols, Fatty acids, Wax esters, Hydrocarbons
• Uses in Cosmetics: Lip balms, Lipsticks, Creams and lotions, Body butters, Hair styling products, Cosmetic sticks
• Benefits: Works as a natural thickening agent, Improves texture and stability of formulations, Provides smooth and glossy finish, Suitable for vegan and natural cosmetics
• Precautions: Use in small percentages (1–5%) because it is a hard wax, Melt at high temperature around 75°C, Store in a cool, dry place