INCI Name: Cera Flava (Beeswax)
Appearance: Yellow to golden flakes or pellets
Melting Point: 61°C – 65°C (142°F – 149°F)
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in oils and esters
Recommended Use Level: 1% – 20%
Function: Thickener, stabilizer, emollient, co-emulsifier, barrier agent
Yellow Beeswax is a cosmetic-grade, unrefined natural wax directly obtained from honeybee hives. Known for its skin-protective and structuring properties, it adds body, shine, and occlusiveness to balms, ointments, and creams. It’s commonly used in natural skincare and lip products due to its soothing, breathable finish and gentle performance on sensitive skin.
Yellow Beeswax is a natural wax secreted by honeybees and minimally processed for cosmetic use. It retains its characteristic golden hue and mild honey-like scent, and is widely used to structure oil-based formulations, thicken emulsions, and create protective films over skin and lips. It provides a natural alternative to synthetic or petroleum-based thickeners.
Use alone or blend with Carnauba, Candelilla, or other waxes to adjust melting point and rigidity. Can be combined with lanolin, cocoa butter, or castor oil for extra richness and shine in lip care products.
Melt into the oil phase and mix thoroughly. Can be used in both anhydrous and emulsified systems.
