carnauba wax

Nowadays, many companies are engaged in the manufacture of decorative cosmetics, during the production of which they use all possible innovative technologies and components.

One such ingredient found in many high-quality cosmetics is carnauba wax.

Carnauba wax is extracted from the leaves of the palm tree Copernicia prunifera and is also often referred to as carnauba, palm wax, palm sap, or Brazilian wax. This product has exceptional properties, for which it even received the nickname of the king of waxes.

Palm Copernicia prunifera reaches a height of more than ten meters and grows only in the northern and eastern parts of Brazil. Palm leaves with a diameter of one and a half to two meters must be collected, dried for several days in the sun, squeezed out - thanks to which the leaves will release wax, it remains to refine and clarify it. Sometimes, during very intense heat, the wax appears on its own on the outside of palm leaves - this is how the plant protects itself from fluid loss.

In cosmetics, carnauba is used to add shine to products, as well as to control the structure and viscosity of the product. In addition, it has a softening effect, retains moisture in cosmetics well, and ensures the temperature stability of the cosmetic product. In cosmetics, carnauba wax often acts only as an auxiliary component, mainly for thickening, absorption, moisture retention, and the formation of a glossy surface.

For the most part, carnauba wax consists of esters, fatty acids, fatty alcohols, and resins. Due to its composition, this substance can be stored and used for years - it never deteriorates. Carnauba wax is very hard and has a dense texture, so it must be melted before being added to cosmetics. But thanks to this structure of the substance, if you add it, for example, to lipstick, it will not smear and blur even on the hottest day.

This wax is not used in cosmetology in its original pure form, but it goes well with other natural ingredients, for example, with a little cocoa - this combination will give the product extra hardness. Note that due to the presence in this substance of the property of strong resistance to water, it is also often used as an oil impregnation for wooden surfaces in construction.

Carnauba wax, due to its properties in itself, will become a miraculous helper for people with problematic oily skin. This herbal ingredient is completely environmentally friendly, has a structure-forming effect, but it does not clog pores and does not provoke the appearance of comedones.This product also has a fairly pronounced antibacterial and softening effect.

This palm ingredient is considered completely safe - carnauba has been tested and experts have confirmed that it does not cause irritation, does not contain toxins, and is generally harmless. Copernica wax is completely hypoallergenic. It is officially allowed to be used in cosmetology. The use may be contraindicated only for those who have an individual hypersensitivity to this product. And, of course, carnauba as part of cosmetics is used only externally. Although this ingredient is also widely used as a food additive, as well as by pharmaceutical companies - to create drug shells.

Carnauba wax is often an analogue of beeswax familiar to all of us, although it is more expensive and, unlike beeswax, is much more refractory. Due to the fact that this type of wax, like its other counterparts, softens and becomes pliable when heated, and hardens when cooled, it is used in cosmetics as a glazing agent, and also as the main component of many hair removal products.

And due to the fact that carnauba wax is completely hypoallergenic and has emollient properties, it is also used in many skincare and color cosmetics. It is found in various creams, ointments, balms, sunscreen products, lipsticks and glosses, mascaras, eye shadows and eyeliners, and antiperspirants. Added to lipstick, mascara or lip gloss carnauba wax makes them more glossy, shiny and very resistant.

For example, it is part of hygienic lipsticks that heal cracks in the lips, nourish and moisturize the lips. Carnauba also prevents scalp sebum from accumulating, and it is used in the manufacture of hair and skin care cosmetics from natural ingredients, such cosmetics are especially appreciated by vegetarians.

The palm product has found its application even in perfumery - it is used to create aromatic sticks and solid perfumes. To understand if this substance is in the composition of any cosmetic product, carefully read its composition, look for the name copernica cerifera or the additive E903.

When working, you need to take into account the melting temperature of carnauba - it ranges from 78 to 86 degrees Celsius. The hot oil phase dissolves it. Wax should not be heated directly in the container; it is best to use a water bath for this purpose. If you decide to use this product in the preparation of home cosmetics, then based on a specific recipe, it would be best to initially heat the oil, then add wax to it and transfer it to a bowl along with oils. And we also advise you to adhere to the optimal concentration of the substance: up to 5% in skin care products, up to 10% in decorative cosmetics.

Carnauba wax is often sold in the form of flakes, it is also found in the form of bars and powders. Many companies are engaged in the production of products, the most famous domestic manufacturer is the Zhivitsa company. Among foreigners, the German company Sonax Premiumclass is popular.

After reading reviews on the Internet, we can conclude that carnauba wax is indeed a very useful cosmetic substance. Many users write that they often encountered this ingredient in the form of yellow solid flakes. People note that the wax has a pleasant subtle, practical elusive aroma.

It is best to store it in a tightly twisted container for reliability. To melt this ingredient, the girls successfully use an ordinary water bath and claim that carnauba wax in the form of flakes melts even better and faster than beeswax. But at the same time, it has much better qualities for our beauty and health.

Many girls also combine this remedy with other types of waxes. Customers also write that the cost of this wax is very low, and is about 300-400 rubles per 100 grams. From this component, girls produce homemade cosmetics at home - lip balms, various creams and other useful skin care products. As part of store cosmetics, customers met palm wax in the following products:

• lipsticks;
• lip balms;
• pencils for eyes and lips;
• solid deodorants;
• mascaras;
• moisturizers;
• sunscreen and tanning products.

All cosmetics ideally retain their structure. Separately, girls of lipstick with carnauba stand out, they praise their quality very much - they do not smear and do not spread even during periods of extreme heat.

And girls characterize moisturizing creams as a panacea for everyone who has dry and dehydrated skin. Summing up, we can say with confidence that carnauba wax is a very interesting, useful and safe product in cosmetology. Therefore, feel free to use cosmetics, in which it is included.

You will learn more about the beneficial properties of carnauba wax in the following video.