Use this waxy material to emulsify your water and oils together. Usage varies based on the combination of thickeners but normal usage rates are between 3 and 6% of the total weight of your recipe. This is one of the easiest emulsifiers to use and is used by most home crafters of lotions and creams.
Emulsifying wax (e wax) simplifies the formulation of oil-in-water emulsions. Provides excellent stability, and is very easy to use. It is ideal for lotions and creams. Emulsifying Wax NF can be used to make thick or thin emulsions, depending upon the concentration at which it is used.
Use this vegetable based emulsifier to keep water and oil combined for lotions, creams, conditioners, etc. Melt wax with other fats and waxes. Emulsifying Wax NF is considered a safe ingredient, rarely causes allergic reactions, and is compatible with most animal, vegetable and mineral waxes.
Use at 3 to 5% for lotions and 5 to 10% for creams, melting with oils. |