White Beeswax Pellets 1kg - Cosmetic Grade for Candles, Soaps, Lip Balms and Lotions

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Sustainable Harvesting: The production of beeswax requires harvesting honeycomb from beehives, and choosing products that are produced using sustainable harvesting practices is essential. This includes avoiding practices that harm the bees or their hives, such as destroying hives during the harvesting process and using methods that minimise the impact on the bees, such as using frame-based harvesting systems. For food wraps, you can use either white beeswax or yellow beeswax. But there might be an issue with the scent of yellow beeswax.

Beeswax is considered safe when taken by mouth in small amounts, but it should not be consumed in large amounts because it can cause digestive issues. It is possible to have a beeswax allergy, which can cause a rash, redness, itching and swelling. Nourishing: Beeswax is rich in vitamins and minerals for healthy skin and hair. It also contains antioxidants that help to protect the skin from environmental stressors. Two main types of beeswax are used in beauty and personal care products: yellow beeswax and white beeswax. Yellow beeswax is the most common type and is produced from honeycomb wax. White beeswax is a processed form of yellow beeswax that has been purified and bleached. White beeswax is commonly used in beauty and personal care products because it is easier to incorporate into formulations and is less likely to cause skin irritation. Common Beauty and Personal Care Products Containing Beeswax White Beeswax Slabs from VedaOils possess Anti-inflammatory and Anti-allergic properties. It can retain moisture in the skin for a long period. It is also known for its Anti-aging properties which help to erases fine lines and wrinkles. White Beeswax Slabs from VedaOils have many other skin and hair benefitting properties too. Refined beeswax plays a prominent role in art materials both as a binder in encaustic paint and as a stabilizer in oil paint to add body. [17]

Natural Yellow Beeswax BP

It’s also used for swelling and inflammation, and of course, it helps produce different forms of honey, including the highly beneficial Manuka honey. This shouldn’t come as a surprise, seeing that it’s another bee byproduct, but bee pollen is also beneficial. Beeswax is formed by worker bees, which secrete it from eight wax-producing mirror glands on the inner sides of the sternites (the ventral shield or plate of each segment of the body) on abdominal segments 4 to 7. [2] The sizes of these wax glands depend on the age of the worker, and after many daily flights, these glands gradually begin to atrophy. Researchers conducted the study using a mixture of beeswax alcohol to evaluate the safety and effectiveness in people with fatty liver disease. The study took place over a period of 24 weeks, finding that it helped normalize liver function and improve symptoms of fatty liver. 4. Helps Balance Cholesterol Levels Nourishing: Beeswax is rich in nutrients and has moisturising and emollient properties that make it ideal for use in personal care products. Beeswax is an attractive alternative to synthetic waxes and petroleum-based products. For one, it is a natural product that is non-toxic and safe to use. It's also biodegradable, making it environmentally friendly. Beeswax is a renewable resource that's not depleting like petroleum. Beeswax also has a long shelf life and can be used for a long time. The Uses of Beeswax

A: Beeswax is secreted from glands in honeybees’ abdomens. While beeswax includes over 280 substances, it consists primarily of five compounds: monoesters, hydrocarbons, free fatty acids and diesters & complex esters. Purity can be an issue with beeswax. With many cheap, synthetic waxes available, some unscrupulous producers have been tempted to adulterate their beeswax. This amazing substance comes from worker honeybees — the females — and the honeycomb, and it’ s commonly used for lowering cholesterol and relieving pain.This natural wax complies with the BP specification and provides strength, stability and structure in formulations for the pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food industry. Pure or filtered beeswax is used to treat diaper dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema; moisturize the skin; protect the liver; lower cholesterol levels; relieve pain; reduce inflammation; promote relaxation; and more. Lip balms: Beeswax is often used as the base for lip balms because it helps to moisturise and protect the lips.

Congdon, L. O. K. (1985). "Water-Casting Concave-Convex Wax Models for Cire Perdue Bronze Mirrors". American Journal of Archaeology. 89 (3): 511–515. doi: 10.2307/504365. JSTOR 504365. S2CID 193028590. The first identified use of beeswax was to fill a cavity in 6500+ year-old tooth discovered by archeologist in Europe. Other ancient uses of beeswax were as an ingredient in nail polish and in medicine in early China (c. 2500 BCE), and as a haircare product, painting medium, and ingredient in embalming mummies in Egypt. Beeswax has been found on clay pots from the 5th millennium BCE—no doubt used as sealant to make the pots waterproof. Greeks and Romans mixed beeswax with olive oil and herbs to create salves to treat sores, cuts and burns, and as cosmetic creams to moisturize skin.The production of beeswax relies on the health and well-being of bee populations. If bee populations decline, the production of beeswax will decrease. Therefore, supporting bee populations and promoting sustainable beekeeping practices is essential. It is planting flowers that provide food for bees, avoiding harmful pesticides, and supporting organisations working to protect bee populations. A brief history of beeswax use The Many Uses of Beeswax Through the Ages Ability to Protect from Irritants: Beeswax can also act as a layer of protection when applied to the skin. It can protect the skin from environmental irritants and extreme weather. When natural beeswax is cold, [ clarification needed] it is brittle, and its fracture is dry and granular. At room temperature (conventionally taken as about 20°C (68°F)), it is tenacious and it softens further at human body temperature (37°C (99°F)). Healing: Beeswax has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that make it ideal for treating skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Melting Point: This should be 61-66C, however values within this range are not a guarantee of purity. Beeswax is one of the most well-known home remedies for acne. Research indicates that it has strong antiseptic, healing and anti-inflammatory properties, making it effective in the treatment of acne, in particular because it contains vitamin A.Beeswax is a versatile and natural ingredient with various uses in the household. From improving the health of your indoor air to providing a natural alternative to synthetic products, beeswax has many benefits that make it a valuable addition to any home. Candle-making has long involved the use of beeswax, which burns readily and cleanly, and this material was traditionally prescribed for the making of the Paschal candle or "Easter candle". Beeswax candles are purported to be superior to other wax candles, because they burn brighter and longer, do not bend, and burn cleaner. [13] It is further recommended for the making of other candles used in the liturgy of the Roman Catholic Church. [14] Beeswax is also the candle constituent of choice in the Eastern Orthodox Church. [15] [16] Research reveals that very long-chain fatty alcohols obtained from plant waxes have been reported to lower cholesterol in humans. Integrating beeswax into your daily life can benefit you and the environment. Whether you use beeswax in your skincare routine, in your candles, or in your cooking, you can rest assured that you are making a positive impact. By purchasing local and organic beeswax, you can support local beekeepers, reduce your carbon footprint, and promote healthy ecosystems.