100% Natural Rice Wax

La rice wax, scientifically known as Oryza sativa wax, It's a product 100% natural which is obtained from rice bran oil. Rice wax is an ideal vegan alternative to beeswax. Unlike beeswax, which is of animal origin, rice wax is extracted exclusively from plant sources. This feature makes it a preferred option for products that require vegan certifications and for those consumers who avoid ingredients of animal origin. 

Its ability to mix well with oils and other oily components makes it highly effective in cosmetic products, maintaining the integrity and desired texture of the final product. Rice wax also offers other benefits, such as creating a protective barrier on the skin, lips and hair to prevent dehydration and protect them from external aggressions, such as cold and wind. This makes it a ingredients valuable in the formulation of products such as lip balms, moisturizers and hair treatments.

Properties of Rice Wax

(I.e. Emollient Properties: It offers benefits such as creating a protective barrier on the skin and hair, which helps prevent dehydration, providing protection against cold and other harmful environmental factors;
(I.e. Non-Comedogenic: It is suitable for use in facial products, including those designed for sensitive or acne-prone skin, as it does not clog pores;
(I.e. Texture and consistency: Provides an adequate texture, improving the consistency of the final product, which improves the user experience when using the product.
(I.e. Versatility in formulation: Compatible with a wide range of oils and butters, facilitating integration into the oil phase of emulsions, making it suitable for a variety of cosmetic products such as creams, balms and ointments;
(I.e. chemical stability: It has excellent chemical stability, which ensures a long useful life and effectiveness in cosmetic formulations;
(I.e. high melting point: Rice wax has a melting point of 75 to 80°C, allowing it to maintain stability and consistency under a wide variety of environmental conditions and during the formulation process of cosmetic products;
(I.e. Biodegradable and eco-friendly: As a natural product derived from branrice, is biodegradable and represents an eco-friendly option that reduces the environmental impact compared to synthetic alternatives;

Rice wax, what is it for?

Rice wax, thanks to its unique properties and benefits, has multiple uses, especially in the cosmetic industry. It can be added in concentrations that vary from 1% to 20% of the total formulation, adjusting according to the desired consistency.  in combination with other waxes, butters and oils.
(I.e. Cosmetics and skin care products: It is used as an emollient and thickener in products such as creams, lotions and lip balms. Its ability to create a protective barrier on the skin helps maintain hydration and protects against external aggressions such as wind and cold;
(I.e. Hair products: In hair care, rice wax can be incorporated into hair conditioner and mask formulations, providing shine and improving hair manageability;
(I.e. Makeup products: Due to its texture and ability to mix well with pigments and other ingredients, it is used in products such as foundations, eye shadows and lipsticks to improve the consistency and durability of the product on the skin.
(I.e. Candle making: Rice wax is an adaptable ingredient that can be used both in your own candle making and in improving consistency and melting point when added to other waxes, such as soy wax. Its versatility and natural properties make it ideal for a wide range of creative and technical applications.
🔯 Other uses: Thanks to its versatility, rice wax is also an excellent component for eco-friendly crayons and as a modeling material in art projects. Its adaptability to the specific needs of formulators makes it a preferred option for applications that require film-forming and moisture retention properties, making it ideal for a wide range of applications in both domestic and industrial settings.