Candelilla wax

Candelilla wax comes from the stems of the wax spurge, a plant growing in the deserts of northern Mexico and the southern USA. The stems are boiled in water, and the wax is skimmed from the surface and purified.

It's harder than beeswax and gives a lovely shine, which makes it perfect for lip balms and sticks - it gives them a stable form and helps them glide smoothly over the lips. It forms a protective layer on the skin that limits moisture loss and shields against wind and frost.

As a fully plant-based wax, it's a great alternative to beeswax in vegan cosmetics. In our products, you'll find it in protective lip balms and hair styling clay.