INCI: Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Wax
This natural wax - with its high melt point - lends itself a rigid structuring agent in most cosmetic formulas. Be it for high structured lipsticks or other stick cosmetics to softer, creamy lotions, sunflower wax is a natural rheology modifier. Other benefits include:
•Consistency modifier
•Thickener
•Emollient
•Oil stabilizing agent
Appearance: Light yellow, hard brittle flake
Melt Point: 78-80⁰C
Acid Value: 0.1 – 1.5
Penetration Value (@30 ⁰C): 0.6 (100g weight)
And, don’t forget about Ash Ingredients’ Shellac Wax
Shellac wax is a great binding agent for mascaras and semi-durable film former agent