Crafter's Choice™ Emulsifying Wax - Soft & Silky

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI):
Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteareth-20

Common Name Ingredient Listing (FDA Approved):
Emulsifying Wax

Directions:
Measure by weight. Add to formula as directed..

Recommended use levels:

Creams: 10-15%
Lotions: 3-5%

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Posted By: Angela   |   August 04, 2022

"What is the Oil percentage that this Wax can tolerate? My body Butter keeps separating and I'm not sure if it's too much oil for the wax to handle. I am also using Cetyl Alcohol and BTMS 25 so I'm not sure what to do. Would adding Xantham Gum help to hold the Emulsion? As of right now my formulation is at: 56.5% water 24.5% oils and butters 4.2% Soft and Silky 2.5% Btms25 2.8% cetyl Alcohol All other %'s is extra stuff (glycerin, fragrance, extracts, panthenol, allantoin, etc.) "

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Staff Answer We recommend running this recipe through our HLB calculator using your specific oils and butters: https://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/calculators/HLBCalculator.aspx. The HLB Calculator is a good starting point at which to determine whether the emulsifiers used in your formulation are adequate.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 18, 2022

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Posted By: Alana   |   July 18, 2022

"I would like to use this in a face cream. Are any of the ingredients pore clogging? "

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Staff Answer The ingredients are Cetearyl Alcohol and Ceteareth-20. Please check with your physician if there is a concern. We offer a recipe for a Soothing and Protecing Face Cream: https://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/how-to-make-recipes/face-cream.aspx

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 21, 2022

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Posted By: Kathy   |   May 09, 2022

"Hi, what wax or additive could I use to make my lotion more thick and whipped constancy? I have followed your directions for lotions but it still comes out too thin. I am wanting more whipped and thick? Also, can this batch be saved by adding something to it to make for a thicker cream? Thank you in advance!"

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Staff Answer We would recommend trying to add Stearic acid as it will thicken your product and help the emulsifying process. Any Butter Blend is also good for whipped body butter.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 10, 2022

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So can i melt and add the steric acid to the existing batch after it’s melted to thicken it up or do i have to start over?

Posted By: Kathy   |   Date: May 12, 2022

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Staff Answer Go ahead and melt the stearic with a small amount of oil and add to the lotion. Mix with an emulsion blender.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 12, 2022

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Posted By: Tara   |   April 02, 2022

"Can you clarify if this has palm oil or just coconut oil?"

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Staff Answer This may contain palm oil and our supplier sources RSPO whenever possible.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 04, 2022

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Posted By: Steve   |   February 23, 2022

"Would I consider this as an emulsifier when performing HLB calculations ( such as you very useful calculator!) or should I consider it an "other ingredient" since it is sort of self emulsifying? "

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Staff Answer This is an emulsifier.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 08, 2022

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Posted By: Rosie   |   January 17, 2022

"Can this be added to the lip balm base for tubes to make it more soft or pliable to apply? My tubes of lip balm seem very hard and are hard to apply. Thank You, Rosie Steffen"

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Staff Answer We have found that adding emulsifying wax to already made/emulsified products, they do not incorporate fully/smoothly. We would recommend adding more oil to this to make it more easier to apply.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 24, 2022

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Posted By: Brynkinks   |   January 06, 2022

"I know this product is made up of Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteareth-2. I know Cetearyl Alcohol tends to be derived from coconut oil Is this product derived from coconut oil or any nut oils? If so would this product be safe to use for people who have nut allergies?"

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Staff Answer This is coconut derived, so it is not safe for anyone who may have an allergy to coconut.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 07, 2022

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Posted By: Kourtni   |   November 17, 2021

"Can this be added to a premade sugar scrub base, or is there an exact science for this? Also with the bees wax, can it be added to a premade base? I purchased a premade base that is shea based and it is very very oily and I need to tone it down!"

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Staff Answer Typically, you cannot add an emulsified wax to something that is already emulsified. his is something you will need to test.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 24, 2021

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Posted By: Julie   |   October 28, 2021

"What is the shelf life. "

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Staff Answer We guarantee 1 year after purchasing. After 1 year, you can test to see if the product looks, smells and performs the same.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 01, 2021

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Posted By: Sheena   |   September 28, 2021

"Hi! I am making bath bombs... and I wanted to ensure better skin absorption of the oils and other additives in my bath bomb recipe. I understand this may have not been done before, however, I simply want to ensure this would be safe to attempt. This emulsifier is both lip and eye safe, correct? or Does Poly80 do an equally good job of this -thereby making use of this product redundant/costly in this manner?"

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Staff Answer It is okay to attempt, but as you mentioned, we have not tested this and are not sure how it will turn out.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 05, 2021

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Posted By: Marianella   |   September 26, 2021

"a question, the more EWax I add to my lotion recipes the thicker the lotion would be, or i need to add more stearic acid? "

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Staff Answer It really depends on your recipe and the other ingredients used. You can add more to thicken, but it needs to be calculated.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 04, 2021

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Posted By: Carolina   |   September 06, 2021

"What type of emulsifier would this be? Anionic, cationic or nonionic?"

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Staff Answer Surfactant Nonionic

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 28, 2021

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Posted By: Patricia   |   September 12, 2021

"Could you please tell me if this product is gluten free?"

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Staff Answer These ingredients are mostly coconut and palm oil based and would be considered gluten free. We are unsure, though, if there is any cross-contamination from the facility where these are manufactured.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 17, 2021

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Posted By: Damilola   |   September 07, 2021

"Can this be used in body butter and can it be used with other wax or is only."

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Staff Answer Yes, this can be used in body butter and can be combined with other waxes.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 17, 2021

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Posted By: Michelle   |   August 24, 2021

"Hi, Is it be good to use for face mask? How many percent if ever? How about btms 25, Is it allow>? thanks"

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Staff Answer Yes, this can be used in an emulsified face mask. You will have to test and research to find the percentage that works for you. You may use this recipe as a guide. https://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/how-to-make-recipes/floral-rose-face-mask.aspx

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 26, 2021

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Posted By: Issi   |   August 04, 2021

"I want to modify my butters to be hydrating . I added aloe Vera gel but it created small aloe Vera clumps, I was told that adding emulsifier will help the aloe Vera incorporate 8into my formula. Will I also need a preservative despite not adding extra water to the formula? "

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Staff Answer This really just depends on the rest of the ingredients on your recipe. This is something you will need to test.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 11, 2021

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Posted By: Shavanna c/o One Stop    |   August 01, 2021

"can this be used in body washes? If so will it leave my product cloudy? thanks in advance. "

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Staff Answer If you are making a body wash from scratch, you can use this. This is something we have not done so you will need to test. It is a white product, so it will definitely not be a completely clear finished product.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 03, 2021

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Posted By: Destiny   |   July 29, 2021

"what is the percentage use for hair products with this wax & emulsifying wax traditional? "

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Staff Answer You can use anywhere from 5-15% in hair product.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 03, 2021

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Posted By: Reema   |   July 05, 2021

"what is the melting point of this emulsifying wax. and what is the highest temperature that this wax can tolerate before burning or loosing its properties , Thanks !!"

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Staff Answer All information available to us can be found on the SDS which is posted under the SDS & Documents tab on the product page.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 07, 2021

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Posted By: NH   |   June 16, 2021

"Hello! I just noticed a recent question that was answered with instructions stating to use the INCI name when labeling. However, it is my understanding that the FDA actually requires the common name be used under the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act. (This information is included in the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations 21 CFR 701.3.) In this case, the FDA approved name for this product is Emulsifying Wax. Can you help me understand why you recommend using the INCI name instead?"

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Staff Answer We are sorry for the confusion. The common name is allowed.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 21, 2021

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Posted By: Rhonda   |   May 06, 2021

"When you say, "emulsifying wax (FDA Approved)", does that mean it's ok to use that name for labeling purposes instead of the INCI name?? THANKS. "

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Staff Answer The INCI name should always be used when labeling.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 06, 2021

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Posted By: Michele   |   April 25, 2021

"Can this be used in place of BTMS50?"

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Staff Answer Yes, this can be used instead of BTMS-50. Texture of product will vary.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 27, 2021

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Posted By: Kelley   |   March 22, 2021

"Does your e wax soft and silky contain any palm oil? If it does it is RSPO? "

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Staff Answer This may contain palm oil and our supplier sources RSPO whenever possible.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 22, 2021

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Posted By: Keisa   |   January 21, 2021

"is this a natural product?"

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Staff Answer This is not considered "all-natural" but it does contain natural ingredients.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 22, 2021

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Posted By: Alexandra   |   January 14, 2021

"What is the compositional breakdown? What percentage of Ceteareth 20 and Cetearyl Alcohol in this mix? Any chance you know what pH this is stable at? ThanK you"

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Staff Answer Cetearyl - 57-77% Ceteareth-20 - 23-43 We do not know the pH this is stable at.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 15, 2021

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Posted By: Crystal   |   January 06, 2021

"Can I use this is to emulsify shower gel?"

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Staff Answer We have not done this but you should be able to if you have a recipe to requires an emulsifying wax!

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 08, 2021

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Posted By: Maurice   |   September 22, 2020

"Wh the shelf life of this product?"

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Staff Answer We guarantee all products for 1 year from purchase date, although it may be usable for longer than that.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 23, 2020

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Posted By: Ashley   |   August 23, 2020

"Will this mix with Olivem900?"

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Staff Answer We have not worked with Olivem900 but yes, this should work. You will need to test with your exact formula to know for sure, though.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 24, 2020

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Posted By: Blooming Essentials   |   August 02, 2020

"Can I use this without a Co-Emulsifier? It seems that anytime I make something with just this Ewax at the correct percentage it separates... Thanks!"

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Staff Answer We do recommend using a co-emulsifier with this e-wax. Since you stated it normally separates when using alone, you should be using a co-emulsifier along with this.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 04, 2020

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Posted By: Wanda   |   July 24, 2020

"Hi. What could I use in an all natural soap to bind water soluble ingredients? Thanks "

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Staff Answer If you are referring to making CP soap, a water soluble ingredient can be added at light trace.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 28, 2020

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Posted By: Aislinn   |   June 29, 2020

"Hello! Can this EWax stand on its own or does it require a co-emulsifier. I just saw that it already contains cetearyl. If it does require a co-emulsifier, can I compliment it with cetyl alcohol? AND if it can stand on its own, do you have a recommended % for a lotion with water content of 77-80%? THANK U TONS FOR THE ANSWER :)"

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Staff Answer We have used this as a stand-alone emulsifier and with a co-emulsifier such as Stearic Acid or Cetyl Alcohol. You can check out the recipes we have made using this e-wax to see what we have done. We do have a recommended use level under the Direction tab. For a lotion, 3-5%, would be a good starting point.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 29, 2020

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Posted By: Jessica   |   May 07, 2020

"Is there any testing done to ensure the absence of ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane?"

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Staff Answer This product may contain unavoidable trace levels of 1,4 dioxane (<5 ppm) and residual ethylene oxide (<1 ppm).

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 28, 2020

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Posted By: Amelia   |   May 02, 2020

"this is the first time I will be using this product and I can't find anywhere if it needs to be heated first or if I can just add the amount I need directly into my lotion and whip it in. Thank you, Amelia"

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Staff Answer Emulsifying waxes need to be melted first. We recommend looking at some of the recipes we have posted using this ingredient to see how it is used.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 04, 2020

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Posted By: Janet   |   March 03, 2020

"I had a customer ask if my lotion is gluten-free. The only ingredients I wasn't sure on was emulsifying wax soft & silky and steric acid. Is this product gluten-free?"

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Staff Answer These ingredients are mostly coconut and palm oil based and would be considered gluten free. We are unsure, though, if there is any cross-contamination from the facility where these are manufactured.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 03, 2020

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Posted By: Denise   |   January 14, 2020

"Is this the same as Polawax Emulsifying Wax?"

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Staff Answer The Soft & Silky E-Wax is not the same as Polawax. They contain different ingredients.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 14, 2020

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Posted By: sharon   |   January 10, 2020

"How much would you of this would you put in 16 ounces of body butter"

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Staff Answer If you are adding to emulsify a water soluble ingredient, we would start with 3%. You will need to test until you get the consistency you are looking for.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 13, 2020

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Posted By: Damita    |   November 12, 2019

"Can I substitute white sugar for brown sugar in the emulsified scrubs recipes you have on your sight, to make it a facial scrub?"

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Staff Answer You can substitute white sugar for brown sugar in a recipe which will make it a more gentle scrub.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 13, 2019

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Posted By: Crystal   |   November 09, 2019

"Do you carry an all natural emulsifying wax?"

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Staff Answer We do not carry an all-natural emulsifying wax at this time.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 11, 2019

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Posted By: Andrea   |   August 05, 2019

"Hi. Is this wax vegetable derived and is it necessary to add the preservative to this recipe seeing that water isn't an ingredient?"

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Staff Answer This emulsifying wax is derived from coconut oil. We are not sure what recipe you are referring to. If it is a scrub, the preservative is added for any water that may come in contact with the scrub during use.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 06, 2019

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Posted By: APRIL   |   June 28, 2019

"Can I add this to the shea and aloe lotion base? It is not as rich and thick as we needed and I purchased a gallon. It also doesn't whip up like other lotions I've tried. So instead of wasting this gallon I was hoping to find a additive to help the texture become more thick."

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Staff Answer A lotion cannot be thickened once it is emulsified. There is not too much you can do to change a ready-made lotion base. You can add a small amount of oils, if desired, along with your fragrance. We recommend up to 5% additives can be added. Any more and additional preservatives will be needed. You can blend this with another lotion base if you are not happy with the thickness.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 01, 2019

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Posted By: Aleta   |   May 23, 2019

"Can this be added to body butter? If so what benefits would it have and the recommended usage percentage to use?"

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Staff Answer If your product does not include water, it is not necessary to use emulsifying wax. This would blend the water and oils/butters together. Here is an example of a recipe: https://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/how-to-make-recipes/cashmere-pear-body-whip.aspx

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 23, 2019

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Posted By: Carolina Organics Soap Co   |   May 09, 2019

"Can I use this in solid shampoo and conditioner bars?"

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Staff Answer If your recipe calls for emulsifying wax, you can use the Soft & Silky. You may want to consider using the Conditioning or Conditioning Plus e-waxes which are very popular for use in hair products.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 10, 2019

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Posted By: MELINDA   |   April 01, 2019

"Hello, I see the percentage for the wax but what is the water percentage for dilution?"

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Staff Answer This would depend on your particular recipe. If formulating a lotion, here is a chart you may find helpful: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/Handmade-Magazine/10992/Handmade.aspx#p=16

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 02, 2019

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Posted By: Cynita   |   March 23, 2019

"Is there a purpose to adding emulsified wax to foaming bath whip salt/sugar scrub recipes? I would be adding small amounts of butters and oils to the recipe as well. Is it necessary to add emulsified wax to this type of recipe?"

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Staff Answer In checking, we do not see that we have added any emulsifying wax along with the foaming bath whip. Since the bath whip is so thick, it acts as a nice base for a scrub and additional wax is not necessary. If you find your butters and oils separate out, you may need to add some type of emulsifier.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 25, 2019

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Posted By: Krystalynn   |   February 17, 2019

"What is the shelf life on this? "

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Staff Answer This product has a 2-year shelf life.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 18, 2019

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Posted By: RACHAEL    |   February 02, 2019

"Can I use this in my base for liquid foundation, or would a different emulsifying wax be a better choice?"

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Staff Answer This is something you will need to test. We have never made this type of product.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 04, 2019

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Posted By: Tiffany   |   January 12, 2019

"What is the recommended ratio of the wax to oils and butters?"

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Staff Answer We have recommended use levels on the site for lotions and creams. You did not state what you were making. They are: Creams 10-15% and Lotions: 3-5%.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 14, 2019

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Posted By: Stephanie   |   December 21, 2018

"Will you be getting this back in stock soon? I'm not sure where else to get it, and a lot of my recipes depend on it."

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Staff Answer Please contact our office regarding this question. We do not have this information available.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 21, 2018

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Posted By: Marissa   |   December 08, 2018

"Is this product safe to use in eye products (Eye serums etc)? If so, is there a recommended usage max? Thank you."

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Staff Answer There are no restrictions for using in eye creams. We do not have a recommended use level because we don't have your full formula with additives. General lotions are 3-5%.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 09, 2018

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Posted By: Des   |   November 29, 2018

"Hi is this considered a complete emulsifying wax? Or does it require additions like Polysorbate?"

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Staff Answer It is a complete emulsifying wax.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 29, 2018

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Posted By: MELINDA   |   October 16, 2018

"Can this be used ILO BTMS50? If not, what do you suggest as a suitable substitute? "

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Staff Answer Please clarify your question and let us know the product you are making. Thank you.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 17, 2018

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Can this be used as a substitute for BTMS-50 in a shampoo bar recipe?

Posted By: MELINDA   |   Date: October 17, 2018

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Staff Answer You can use Emulsifying Wax-Soft & Silky. It may give the bars a little different feel than the BTMS.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 18, 2018

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Posted By: Linda    |   September 21, 2018

"Can this be used in Shampoo Bars? I see it state you can use in for hair conditioner. If so what would the use rate be. Thank you for the help!"

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Staff Answer The Emulsifying Wax - Conditioning would actually work best in shampoo bars. Here is a link to our recipes: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/how-to-make-recipes/nail-and-hair-care.aspx

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 21, 2018

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Posted By: Susy   |   June 11, 2018

"hello, can i use this product mixed with liquid suspension soap base, to create a lotion body wash? so instead of water i use the base.Thank you so much."

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Staff Answer This is something we have never tried so you would need to test this.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 13, 2018

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Posted By: keren   |   April 11, 2018

"Can e-waxes be combined for without compromising finished product. for ex in lotion can I mix regular conditioning e-wax with soft and silky e-wax for a combined effect?"

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Staff Answer We have not tried this before but you can certainly try it. Be sure to place a review to let everyone know how it worked for you.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 13, 2018

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Posted By: Ma   |   December 28, 2017

"I am trying to use this in a hair mist formula how much percentage do you recommend for it to stay light and be able to work in a spray bottle? Please this is urgent I have used the traditional emulsifier but it separated because I used 2percent and to much oil but I will hope this one will work "

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Staff Answer Without knowing your exact recipe, we cannot advise you on how much e-wax to use or if this is the right ingredient for your formula.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 03, 2018

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Posted By: Kara   |   December 17, 2017

"What Percentage do you use for Sugar Scrubs that have a co-emulsifier such as Cera Bellina Wax?"

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Staff Answer We cannot be absolutely sure. You can use the Cera Bellina Wax alone or combine with another emulsifier to equal the total amount you would use in your recipe.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 20, 2017

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Posted By: Theresa   |   December 14, 2017

"Is Soft and Silky a complete Emulsifying wax? Thank You"

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Staff Answer Yes, this is a complete emulsifying wax and can be used alone. If you would like a thicker product, you can combine with stearic acid.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 18, 2017

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Posted By: Shaniece   |   October 09, 2017

"Will this e-wax prevent the soaping effect I've been dealing with in my lotion (white streaks that take a minute to absorb)? I use the regular e-wax with stearic acid."

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Staff Answer We have not experienced this before. This sounds like it might be a butter or other additive that has not blended into the lotion. We do not think it is the e-wax.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 11, 2017

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Posted By: jade   |   October 04, 2017

"I made a lotion base with 4% ewax, and 1% optiphen plus. I've read that Optiphen Plus tend to make the lotion runny, so right now i've got really runny lotion even after putting it in the fridge. what do you suggest to make the lotion thicker? I'm not comfortable with using more ewax."

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Staff Answer You can certainly use 4% e-wax in your lotion formula and have a thick lotion, depending on the amount of water used. Letting the lotion cool in the fridge should have helped to thicken it. If the e-wax was not completely melted, that could be the reason it has not thickened up.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 06, 2017

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Posted By: Christine   |   September 10, 2017

"can this be used to thicken a beard oil recipe with aloe in it?"

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Staff Answer This is something you will need to experiment with. We have not made a product like this before and we are not sure of all the ingredients in your beard oil.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 13, 2017

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Posted By: Kim   |   July 27, 2017

"Can this EWax be used in lip products? (like a whipped lip butter or balm) Everyone loves it in lotions!"

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Staff Answer Yes, you can use this emulsifying wax in lip products.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 02, 2017

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Posted By: Lorraine   |   November 06, 2013

"I have never used an EW in any of my products -- and there are no directions for how to incorporate it into my lotions -- can you provide directions please???"

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Staff Answer This is often melted and blended with the water in your lotion recipe. I would recommend watching the product video for this, the video will provide further direction. You also could look at some of our lotion recipes, such as the Hemp Lotion (from scratch), to see how we have used it in recipes.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 06, 2013

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Where can you find this video to watch?

Posted By: Crystal   |   Date: November 27, 2013

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Staff Answer Here you go: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/ProductDetail.aspx?CatalogID=1&GroupID=505&CategoryID=2132&ProductID=7112&ProductName=Crafters+Choice%e2%84%a2+Emulsifying+Wax+-+Soft+%26+Silky

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 02, 2013

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Staff Answer Here is a video making our Champagne Infused Body Souffle. This shows how to melt the Emulsifying Wax with the oils and butters and then mix until it becomes a lotion. Here is the link: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/ProductDetail.aspx?CatalogID=1&GroupID=505&CategoryID=2132&ProductID=7112&ProductName=Crafters+Choice%e2%84%a2+Emulsifying+Wax+-+Soft+%26+Silky.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 27, 2017

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Posted By: Dawn   |   July 06, 2017

"How can I tell if my Soft & Silky E Wax has gone bad?"

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Staff Answer Since this is a wax, it should have a very long shelf life. We usually recommend products be used within one year of purchase but there are many ingredients such as waxes that can certainly last much longer.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 07, 2017

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Posted By: Joanna   |   June 29, 2017

"The description of this e wax says that it's great for conditioner sprays and I have a spray conditioner recipe that calls for .60oz of btms-50. Can I use this e wax, in place of the btms-50, at an equal amount? I saw the recommended usage for creams and lotions, but the water is 70% of the recipe. "

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Staff Answer This should be fine to substitute but you would need to test the final product to be sure it performs correctly.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 30, 2017

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Posted By: Miriam   |   May 30, 2017

"What is the melting point of this e-wax? I'd like to make a deodorant stick, beeswax was too "draggy" so I'm looking for an alternative. Thank you! "

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Staff Answer The melt point is around 115°F.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 01, 2017

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Posted By: ifeoma   |   October 14, 2015

"when making my whipped body butter, i do not use water, just my essential oils and butters and i love the results. However the only problem i seem to have is the oils seem to melt at the bottom when my apartment gets hot. A friend thinks i whip it for too long thats why that happens, is this true and would an emulsifier help prevent this? i am also open to any suggestions"

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Staff Answer I do not believe it is related to the room temperature. I would use more emulsifier. For some reason it is breaking.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 24, 2015

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Posted By: Shondo   |   September 28, 2015

"Will the emulsifying wax soft and silky keep whipped Shea butter from melting or the essential oils from separating? "

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Staff Answer Emulsifying wax may raise the overall melt point of a whipped shea butter making it more heat stable, but it will not keep it from melting in all conditions. When used properly, according to the recommended usage rates, it will help oils to bind with water. If your essential oils are separating from an oil/butter formula then you have used too much fragrance and emulsifying wax is not the solution.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 29, 2015

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Posted By: Kat   |   August 14, 2015

"Can this be used in place of polysorbate 60? "

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Staff Answer Emulsifying wax is not interchangeable with Polysorbate 60. One is a wax and the other is a liquid. You would need another liquid emulsifier to substitute for Polysorbate 60.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 14, 2015

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Posted By: Home   |   March 17, 2015

"Dumb question: Are beeswax and emulsifying wax equivalent? Can they be used interchangeably?"

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Staff Answer Beeswax is considered to be an emulsifier. It is a harder wax than other emulsifiers though so the exchange rate may vary depending on the application. We recommend testing all substitutions in a small batch before making a larger batch for retail. You alone are responsible for product and recipe testing to ensure compatibility and safety.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 19, 2015

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Beeswax is a great thickener, it's an emulsifier only if used with borax & if you're using less water than oil. It'll provide "mechanical" emulsification that'll slowly separate; like if you took a blender to your Italian dressing to blend it completely... BUT the microscopic beads of oil and water will slowly combine into bigger ones till it completely separates. An emulsifying wax spaces itself around the beads of oil/water like the dimples on a golf ball, stopping that from happening.

Posted By: Stacey   |   Date: July 06, 2015

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Posted By: Jeanette   |   February 01, 2015

"I thought I ordered soy wax to make a candle and lotion bar in one product. I received this instead and wonder if it will work if I substitute for the soy wax."

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Staff Answer We cannot recommend the usage of this product in a candle. It is best to use soy wax which is specially formulated for burning.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 24, 2015

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Posted By: corena   |   January 12, 2015

"Can this be used in shampoos and/or conditioners? If so will it cause a build up?"

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Staff Answer This would be more suited to a conditioner but depending on the recipe it may work in a shampoo as well. Any wax has the potential to cause a build up. You will need to test to ensure optimal performance.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 09, 2015

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Posted By: shamar   |   January 13, 2015

"What is the recommended percentage for use in sugar scrubs?"

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Staff Answer We have several emulsified scrub recipes in our library that used 3% up to 18% emulsifying wax. You can view these recipes here for more inspiration: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/education/recipes.aspx?FBK=Enter+Keywords+Here&Submit=&FBM=-1&FBY=-1&FBI1=emulsifying+wax&FBI2=Sugar&FBI3=Enter+Ingredient+Here&AUS=10

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 20, 2015

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Posted By: Michelle   |   August 01, 2014

"Are there any additives that would give the standard e-wax the same soft and silky feel? If so, how much should be added?"

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Staff Answer The e-wax soft and silky is a completely different formula than the e-wax traditional. I am unaware of any product that would give the e-wax traditional the same soft and silky feel.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 06, 2014

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Posted By: Stephanie   |   May 29, 2014

"Hi, is this the same ewax as Emulsifying Wax NF? Thanks!"

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Staff Answer NF refers to National Formulary of US Pharmacopeia. These standards provide for a high quality, consistent wax. Our Emulsifying waxes have not undergone this testing and therefore is not advertised as NF.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 30, 2014

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Posted By: Mary   |   April 28, 2014

"Can you substitute the same amount of e-wax soft and silky for standard e-wax? "

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Staff Answer Yes, you can substitute any of the emulsifying waxes for another in a recipe in equal amounts.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 28, 2014

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Posted By: Jessica   |   January 09, 2014

"Are there any restrictions regarding the use of cetearyl/ceteareth-20? Such as, "For use on undamaged skin" or certain percentage restrictions? I am also concerned with the amount of ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, is any testing done on the product to ensure purity? Thanks!"

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Staff Answer The usage recommendations for this product are listed on our website. This product is certainly safe to use in your recipes. Please check the MSDS sheet for further information.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 19, 2014

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Posted By: Crystal   |   February 10, 2014

"I watched the video and my question is, can you use this in the Crafter's Choice Basic Lotion Base? "

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Staff Answer All of our lotion bases are emulsified lotions. Adding additional waxes or liquid additives can break the emulsion and cause your finished product to separate. For these reasons we do not recommend adding anything to our lotion bases other than color and fragrance. Please feel free to call customer service for further assistance. Thank you! 1-800-359-0944

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 11, 2014

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Posted By: Ryan   |   December 07, 2013

"Can this ingredient be used in a product that is listed as all natural?"

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Staff Answer This ingredient cannot be used in conjunction with the terms "all natural". Instead you could market your product as "contains natural ingredients".

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: December 12, 2013

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Posted By: Emily   |   November 17, 2013

"Can emulsifying wax be used in lotion bars instead of beeswax?"

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Staff Answer Yes, it can. There will be a different feel/texture to it if you are used to using beeswax. Otherwise, the end result is the same.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 19, 2013

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Posted By: Shari   |   September 25, 2013

"What is the emulsifying wax made from? Is it vegan friendly, cruelty free?"

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Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteareth-20 are the listed ingredients. Cetearyl Alcohol is derived from from coconut oil; emollient and emulsifier, it provides a creaminess to products. Ceteareth-20 is made from Cetearyl Alcohol (a mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohol and ethylene oxide).

Posted By: Christen   |   Date: October 22, 2013

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Posted By: Lucia   |   June 02, 2013

"Is your emulsifying wax vegetable or petroleum based?"

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Hello, WSP's emulsifying wax is vegetable based. Thank you for your question Erin

Posted By: Erin   |   Date: September 20, 2013

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The wax is NOT petroleum based. It is a vegetable based wax.

Posted By: Jamie   |   Date: September 26, 2013

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