{"product_id":"beeswax","title":"Beeswax, Organic","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-pdp\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pi-beeswax-intro\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"pi-beeswax-eyebrow\"\u003e Natural Formulation Wax · Balms, Salves \u0026amp; Solid Body Care \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-lead\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrganic Beeswax Pellets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A versatile natural wax used by formulators, makers, and wellness enthusiasts to create balms, salves, lotion bars, massage bars, beard balms, cuticle products, and countless oil-based formulations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The convenient pellet form makes weighing and melting easier while providing structure, thickness, and a protective finish. Beeswax has served as a foundational ingredient in traditional apothecary and body-care preparations for generations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pi-beeswax-section\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-section-copy\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStructure, Firmness and Protective Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic Beeswax Pellets add structure and firmness to oil-based balms, salves, lotion bars, massage bars, lip care, beard care, solid perfume, and protective body products. Small percentage changes can noticeably affect hardness, glide, payoff, and melting behavior, so evaluate the formula after it cools completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pi-beeswax-section\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M8 5l4-2 4 2v4l-4 2-4-2Z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M8 9v5l4 2 4-2V9\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 11v5\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCera Alba (Beeswax).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 3s5 5.5 5 9a5 5 0 0 1-10 0c0-3.5 5-9 5-9Z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9.5 14c.7 1.2 1.6 1.8 3 1.8\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma \u0026amp; Color\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Mild natural honey-like aroma with a pale yellow to golden color. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"8\" cy=\"8\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"15.5\" cy=\"7\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"13\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"7\" cy=\"17\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"17\" cy=\"17\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Firm pellets that melt into a smooth liquid when gently heated. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 18h14\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 18v-5h10v5\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 13V9h6v4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M11 9V5h2v4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrimary Function\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Thickener, structuring wax, firmness enhancer, and protective agent. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pi-beeswax-section\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWays to Use Beeswax Pellets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pi-beeswax-section-copy\"\u003e Melt Beeswax with carrier oils, botanical butters, and other oil-soluble ingredients to create customized anhydrous body-care products. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-uses\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-use\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-use-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 9h12\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 9l1 11h8l1-11\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 6h6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M10 4h4v2h-4Z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBalms \u0026amp; Salves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Combine with infused or plain carrier oils to create targeted balms, salves, and protective body-care products. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-use\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-use-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"7\" y=\"4\" width=\"10\" height=\"16\" rx=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 8h6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 16h6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLotion \u0026amp; Massage Bars\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Use with butters and liquid oils to create firm bars that soften gradually on warm skin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-use\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-use-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 6c2 0 3 1.5 5 1.5S15 6 17 6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 9c1 6 3 10 6 12 3-2 5-6 6-12\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 12c1.2.8 2.2 1.2 3 1.2s1.8-.4 3-1.2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeard \u0026amp; Grooming Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Add structure and control to beard balms, mustache waxes, pomades, and other grooming products. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-use\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-use-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M8 20V8a4 4 0 0 1 8 0v12\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M8 15h8\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M10 4.5c1.3 1 2.7 1 4 0\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLip \u0026amp; Cuticle Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Incorporate into properly developed lip balms, cuticle products, heel balms, and concentrated moisture treatments. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pi-beeswax-section\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Melt \u0026amp; Incorporate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pi-beeswax-section-copy\"\u003e Beeswax requires more heat to melt than most botanical butters. Use controlled heat and avoid exposing delicate oils or essential oils to unnecessarily high temperatures. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pi-beeswax-step-number\"\u003eStep 01\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasure by Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Weigh the Beeswax, carrier oils, butters, and all remaining ingredients for consistent, repeatable results. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pi-beeswax-step-number\"\u003eStep 02\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMelt with the Oil Phase\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Place the Beeswax and heat-stable oil-phase ingredients in a double boiler or controlled water bath and heat until fully melted. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pi-beeswax-step-number\"\u003eStep 03\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCool Before Adding Delicate Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Remove from heat, allow the blend to cool appropriately, then add essential oils, antioxidants, and other heat-sensitive ingredients. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pi-beeswax-section\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor DIY Makers \u0026amp; Formulators\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting ranges are 5–12% for soft balms, 12–20% for medium-firm balms, 10–25% for lip balms, 15–30% for lotion or massage bars, 8–20% for beard balms, and 20–40% for mustache waxes or firm pomades. Melt in the oil phase and pair with liquid oils or butters to adjust glide and richness. Beeswax provides structure; it is not an emulsifier or preservative for water-containing products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pi-beeswax-section\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Climate Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pi-beeswax-section-copy\"\u003e The firmness of a Beeswax formulation changes with temperature. A balm that feels ideal in a cool room may soften considerably during summer or feel firmer during winter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-formulation\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-formulation-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-formulation-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor a Softer Formula\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce the Beeswax percentage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease the liquid-oil phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a softer butter such as Shea Butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse oils with lighter, more fluid textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage in a jar rather than a push-up tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-formulation-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor a Firmer Formula\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease Beeswax gradually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a firmer butter such as Cocoa Butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce the liquid-oil phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest the formula at warm room temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow at least 24 hours before final evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-vegan\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pi-beeswax-vegan-label\"\u003e Contains a Bee-Derived Ingredient \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeeswax Is Not Vegan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Beeswax is produced by honeybees and is therefore not considered a vegan ingredient. Customers and formulators seeking a vegan alternative may wish to explore plant-derived waxes such as candelilla, sunflower, rice bran, or carnauba wax, recognizing that each wax has different hardness and formulation requirements. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pi-beeswax-section\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pi-beeswax-safety\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Use \u0026amp; Safety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e For external cosmetic and formulation use only. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid direct contact with the eyes and mucous membranes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscontinue use if redness, itching, or irritation occurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform a patch test on the complete finished topical product before broader use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividuals with known sensitivities to bee-derived ingredients should consult a qualified healthcare professional before topical use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse care when melting and handling hot waxes, oils, and butters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave melting wax unattended or expose it directly to an open flame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen adding essential oils, follow appropriate dermal limits and safety guidance for the intended user and application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore tightly closed in a cool, dry location away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural variations in color and mild aroma may occur between batches. Beeswax pellets may soften or stick together during warm shipping conditions without affecting their intended formulation use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pure Intox","offers":[{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":54085949587766,"sku":"CBE-BWX-8OZ","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3653\/0230\/files\/beeswax2.png?v=1788812069","url":"https:\/\/pureintox.com\/products\/beeswax","provider":"Pure Intox","version":"1.0","type":"link"}