Description

🌿 Candelilla Wax

Vegan Wax for Cosmetics, Skincare & Candles

Candelilla Wax is a hard, brittle, plant-based wax derived from the leaves of the Euphorbia cerifera shrub, native to northern Mexico and the southwestern U.S. It’s a 100% natural, vegan-friendly alternative to beeswax, valued for its smooth texture, gloss-enhancing qualities, and film-forming abilities.

Widely used in lip balms, salves, lotion bars, hair pomades, and even candles, this wax adds structure and shine while helping to stabilize emulsions in natural formulations.

🔍 Product Specifications

Property Details INCI Name  Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax

Appearance Light yellow flakes or pellets

Scent Mild to neutral

Melt Point 155°F–165°F (68°C–74°C)

Hardness Very hard and brittle

Solubility Oil-soluble

Vegan Yes 

Comedogenic Rating 1 (low likelihood of clogging pores)

🌱 Key Features & Benefits

• 100% Plant-based and cruelty-free

• Adds structure and stability to balms, creams, and bars

• Naturally imparts gloss in lip and hair products

• Acts as a thickener and emollient

• Excellent choice for vegan formulations

• Compatible with other waxes, butters, and oils

💄 Common Uses

• Lip balms and glosses

• Lotion bars and deodorants

• Beard balms, hair pomades, and styling waxes

• Solid perfumes and body butters

• Natural candles (blend with softer waxes for best results)

🛠️ Formulation Tips

• Use at 1–25% depending on the product and desired firmness

• Combine with softer oils or butters (e.g., shea, coconut) for better spreadability

• Can be substituted for beeswax in vegan recipes (adjust usage rates due to higher hardness)