Emulsifying Wax

Emulsifying Wax is a versatile, non-ionic emulsifier used to blend oil and water phases into smooth, stable emulsions. It is commonly used in creams, lotions, body butters, and cosmetic bases due to its ease of use and consistent performance. Emulsifying Wax creates products with a smooth texture and balanced skin feel, making it suitable for a wide range of personal care applications. It is ideal for both beginner and professional formulators and works well with a variety of oils, butters, and active ingredients.

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Formulated from fatty alcohols and emulsifying agents, Emulsifying Wax helps create products with good stability, spreadability, and a balanced finish. It is commonly incorporated into creams, lotions, body butters, cosmetic bases, and skincare formulations. Its flexibility makes it suitable for both beginner and professional formulators across a wide range of applications.

Emulsifying Wax is valued for its broad compatibility with oils, butters, and active ingredients and is frequently used in formulations designed for normal, dry, or sensitive skin when properly formulated.

DIRECTIONS & SUGGESTED USAGE

Emulsifying Wax can be incorporated into a wide range of cosmetic and personal care formulations:

Creams & Lotions: 3 – 8% to create stable emulsions
Body Butters & Cosmetic Bases: 3 – 10% for structure and consistency
Facial & Body Moisturizers: 3 – 7% for smooth texture and spreadability
Conditioning Creams & Treatments: 3 – 6% for balanced emulsification

Melt fully in the oil phase before combining with the heated water phase.

INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Polysorbate 60
CAS: 67762-27-0 (Cetearyl Alcohol), 9005-67-8 (Polysorbate 60)
Origin: Synthetic

MORE ABOUT EMULSIFYING WAX

Color / Consistency: White to off-white flakes or pellets
Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: Odorless
Melting Point: Approximately 50 – 54 °C (122 – 129 °F)
Solubility: Oil-dispersible; emulsifies when heated with water
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly sealed.

California Proposition 65

This product is not listed as a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm under California Proposition 65. A Proposition 65 warning may be required if this material is combined with other listed substances or contains trace contaminants above regulatory thresholds.

Product Warnings

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Use caution when handling hot materials. Keep out of reach of children. Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

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