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Vegan wax from the Mexican shrub
Candelilla wax is obtained from the candelilla shrub (Euphorbia cerifera/antisyphilitica), which grows in the semi-deserts of Mexico and Texas. It is hard, tasteless and forms a fine protective film on the skin – a classic vegan texture giver for lipsticks and solid creams.
Candelilla wax in our Solid Vegan Hand Cream - Bergamot
How does candelilla wax feel on your skin?
Candelilla wax forms a firm, thin film. Here is what that means for different skin conditions:
How does candelilla wax work on the skin?
Three properties that make candelilla wax a vegan classic.
Protective film formation
A very stable wax structure – forms an especially robust protective film against wind, cold and mechanical stress.
Texture giver
Keeps solid creams and lipsticks stable – even at higher temperatures.
Moisture binding
Forms a film on the skin and so slows down the evaporation of moisture.
What can you use candelilla wax for?
Texture giver for solid hand creams
Stability in lipsticks without beeswax
Firms up the texture of rich care products
Water-resistant care in cold weather
A base for salves without animal-derived ingredients
A wild-growing plant from the semi-deserts of Mexico
Candelilla wax pairs especially well with …
Plant-based ingredients often combined with candelilla wax.
A rich plant-based care base – makes for creamy solid textures.
Learn moreA fresh citrus scent in our vegan line.
Learn moreA liquid carrier oil that makes the texture smooth.
Learn moreThe harder plant-wax counterpart – both for solid textures.
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