Beeswax

• Beeswax protects skin, locks in moisture, and supports natural healing in cosmetic and medicinal uses.
• Beeswax is used in candles, ointments, lip balms, and polishes, valued for purity, texture, and versatility.

General Information

• Synonyms: Cera Alba (White Beeswaxs), Cera Flava (Yellow Beeswaxs).
• Biological Source:
  • Obtained from honeycomb of Apis mellifera (Honeybee).
• Family: Apidae.
• Geographical Source:
  • Found in India, USA, China, Australia, Europe.

Macroscopical Characters of Beeswax

• Color: Yellow (natural), White (bleached).
• Odor: Pleasant honey-like aroma.
• Taste: Bland.
• Consistency: Firm, brittle at low temperatures.

Chemical Constituents

• Waxes:
  • Myricyl Palmitate, Cerotic Acid, Hydrocarbons.

Preparation

1. Honeycomb collection & Melting.
2. Filtration & Purification.

Therapeutic Uses

• Used as a skin protectant, emollient.

Commercial Utility

• Used in cosmetics (lip balms, creams, candles, polishes).

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