Bulk Herbs: Beeswax Pellets Format: Small Pellets Size: 1 oz package The (female) worker honeybees produce beeswax. The wax is secreted from wax glands on the underside of the bee's abdomen and molded into six-sided cells, which are filled with honey and then capped with more wax. When honey is harvested, the top layer of wax that covers the cells, or the cappings, must be removed from each hexagon-shaped cell. Just to put it into perspective, one pound of wax requires the bees to consume about ten pounds of honey! Beeswax works well in cosmetic products because of the “wax esters” that exist in both beeswax and human skin, and it is these compounds that help bind and emulsify ointments, lipsticks, and lotions. As a natural hydrating ingredient that increases essential moisture in the skin, it is commonly found in hand and body creams that help retain natural skin moisture and relieve itching in sensitive skin. Beeswax has an irritation potential of zero and a comedogenicity rating of 0 - 2, which means that when formulated and used correctly in cosmetic formulations, beeswax does not cause a problem or clog the pores, but brings a host of very positive attributes, such as general healing and softening, as an antiseptic, and an emollient to cosmetic products. In foaming cosmetics such as skin and body detergents, beeswax improves skin compatibility. It reduces the aggressive properties of surfactants, while in shampoos and hair conditioners, it improves the condition and the manageability of the hair. Even after processing, it remains a biologically active product, retaining some antibacterial properties and containing some vitamin A, which is necessary for normal cell development. In folk medicine, beeswax was used as an antiseptic for wound healing, and beeswax ear candles were used for earwax removal. They are believed to be able to heal ear infections and improve hearing by removing the wax inside the ear. Listed below are some of the many reasons Beeswax is frequently used in cosmetics: It is easily incorporated into water-and-oil emulsions. It is an excellent emollient and support for moisturizers It gives skin protective action of a non-occlusive type It gives good "body" (consistency) to emulsions, oil, and gels. It reinforces the action of detergents. It increases the protective action of sunscreens. Its elasticity and plasticity improve product efficacy by allowing thinner films. It provides greater permanence on skin and lip surfaces. It does not provoke allergic reactions. It is compatible with many cosmetic ingredients ~ Beeswax is frequently used in the following cosmetic applications: cleansing creams, cold creams, and lotions emollient and barrier creams depilatories, lipsticks - protective sticks in general nail creams sun protection products eye and face make up foundation creams In Magick, Beeswax is ruled by Mars. ~ Melting Beeswax ~ Melt beeswax in a double boiler or in a glass bowl over a stovetop pan filled with water. This helps keep the temperature constant so the wax doesn't burn, and it all melts evenly. The melting point for Beeswax is approximately 140 to 150 Degrees F. Beeswax should only be melted in an approved electric wax melter, crock pot, microwave oven, or double boiler. Do not melt beeswax directly on a stove under direct heat. Beeswax is mildly flammable and will start on fire if the wax comes in direct contact with a flame. ~ Making Sealing Wax ~ Make a sealing wax with beeswax, containers, and magickal documents. Use 2 parts beeswax and 1 part resin. Note: People with bee allergies should not use beeswax. Beeswax could cause interactions.
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