Natural wax (alternative to candelilla) KKH Alt 0155
Natural wax (similar to Candelilla wax)
Description: The wax is a mixture of waxes specially developed as an alternative
Candelilla for cosmetic purposes.
CTFA/INCI: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, C30-45 Olefin
A mixture of rice wax and C30-45 olefin, developed specifically as an analogue of candelilla wax
for use in cosmetic products.
From pale yellow to yellow. Consistency similar to candelilla wax
although it is slightly inferior to it in hardness.
Has exceptional gelling properties against a variety of oils.
Rheological properties at temperatures from 15 to 45°C are comparable
with the properties of candelilla wax.
Improves the sensory properties of cosmetic formulations,
leaving the skin feeling smooth.
Forms smooth, stable, homogeneous gels with more polar oils.
With less polar ones - relatively soft, light, more oily gels.
Appearance: light yellow to yellow solid mass
Characteristic:
Pour point: 73°C
Dropping point: 76.5°C
Acid number: 6.3
Air number: 49.4
Saponification number: 55.7
Color: light yellow/yellow
Storage conditions: In a cool, dry place, in a hermetically sealed container, storage is not allowed
exposed to direct sunlight. Input percentage: from 2 to 10%.