Candelilla Wax

CANDELILLA WAX

Here’s a vegan-friendly wax that has become a staple for skincare and cosmetic formulations: versatile and eco-conscious Candelilla Wax.

Harvested from the leaves of the Euphorbia cerifera shrub native to Northwestern Mexico and Southern Texas, this natural wax is extracted by boiling the plant and skimming off the wax. Filtered and refined for purity, AWO's Candelilla Wax offers a smooth, consistent and glossy finish. Renowned for its firm texture, Candelilla Wax is a go-to ingredient for products that need structure, water resistance, and a high melting point. Its film-forming properties provide a protective barrier, locking in moisture and enhancing the performance of your skin, hair and cosmetic creations.

A denser, plant-based alternative to beeswax, this product is perfect for lip balms, candles, and creams, with just half the amount needed in DIY recipes. From formulating luxury cosmetics to eco-friendly home products, you’ll love the functionality and sustainability of Candelilla Wax.

• Candelilla Wax contains about 50–60% hydrocarbons, giving it a high melting point and excellent for forming durable, moisture-locking barriers on the skin and lips.
• Esters in Candelilla Wax contribute to its smooth application and film-forming properties, ideal for cosmetics like lip balms and creams.
• Natural fatty acids in Candelilla Wax like oleic and linoleic acid offer emollient and moisturising properties, nourishing and protecting the skin while supporting skin hydration and repair.
• The wax forms a protective, water-resistant barrier on the skin that helps shield it from environmental aggressors like wind and pollution.
• Used on the hair, Candelilla Wax can add a subtle gloss and smooth texture without leaving a heavy or greasy residue.
• Candelilla Wax contains hypoallergenic and emollient properties, which can help soothe and hydrate the scalp, reducing flakiness and irritation.
• Candelilla Wax makes a great plant-based alternative to beeswax, suitable for vegans and an effective eco-friendly and cruelty-free ingredient.

Candelilla Wax Key Benefits

The most notable benefits of Candelilla Wax are:

• 100% natural plant origin
• Rich in essential fatty acids
• Moisturises and nourishes the skin
• Contains emollient properties
• Protects against environmental stressors
• Suitable for all skin types
• May help to manage dry skin conditions
• Non-comedogenic: won’t clog the pores
• Moisturises the scalp for improved hair health
• May promote hair manageability and shine

Candelilla Wax Uses

Popular uses for Candelilla Wax:

• Creams
• Lotions
• Sunscreens
• Shampoos
• Hair conditioners
• Lipsticks
• Lip balms
• Make up
• Mascaras
• Ointments

How to use Candelilla Wax

• Lip Balm: Melt Candelilla Wax with a blend of oils, like Fractionated Coconut Oil and Shea Butter, pour into a small lip balm container and allow it to cool and solidify before use.
• Body Butter Bar: To create an instant vegan-friendly skin moisturiser, combine a ¼ cup each of Candelilla Wax, Cocoa Butter and Almond Oil. Melt and pour into silicone moulds, then allow to harden before rubbing over the skin. 
• Hydrating Face Cream: Melt 1 tbsp Candelilla Wax with 2 tbsp Jojoba Oil and 1tbsp Rosehip Oil to create a lightweight and deeply hydrating facial cream.
• Hair Mask: To deeply hydrate and nourish the hair, melt 1 tbsp Candelilla Wax, 2 tbsp Avocado Oil Refined, and 2 tbsp honey, then apply to damp hair for 15-20 minutes before rinsing.