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Beeswax and Emulsifying Wax Safety Information
The melting point for Beeswax is approximately 140 to 150 Degrees F. Beeswax should only be melted in an approved electric wax melter, crock pot, microwave oven, or double boiler.
Do Not melt Beeswax in a pan on a stove under direct heat. Beeswax is flammable and will start on fire if it the wax comes in direct contact with a flame.
The melting point for Emulsifying Wax is approximately 122 to 129 Degrees F. Emulsifying Wax should only be melted in an approved electric wax melter, crock pot, microwave oven, or double boiler.
Do Not melt the Emulsifying Wax in a pan on a stove under direct heat. Emulsifying Wax is flammable and will start on fire if it the wax comes in direct contact with a flame.
Lotion & Cream Recipes
Basic Materials Required
Microwave Oven, Double Boiler or Wax Melter
Small Kitchen Scale
Metal Spoon
Note:
If using a Microwave Oven, only use a glass microwave safe measuring cup.
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Lotion Bar Recipe #1
Recipe makes 12 - 2.5 oz. Lotion Bars
9 oz. White Beeswax
3 oz. Emulsifying Wax
12 oz. Cocoa Butter
6 oz. Light Oil (Apricot Kernel, Sweet Almond, or use our Massage Oil Blend
1/2 oz. or 1 Tablespoon Cosmetic Safe Fragrance Oil
(optional)
12 Lotion Tubes - 2.5 oz. each -
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Melt the Beeswax, Emulsifying Wax, Cocoa Butter together, stirring occasionally - remove from heat and stir until blended. Add the Light Oil and stir mixture well. If you use a microwave oven, only use a microwave safe glass measuring cup. Add Fragrance Oil if desired. Pour mixture into Lotion Tubes.
Lotion Bar Recipe #2
Recipe makes 12 - 2.5 oz. Lotion Bars
(This will make a harder lotion bar than Lotion Bar Recipe #1)
12 oz. White Beeswax
1 oz. Emulsifying Wax
12 oz. Cocoa Butter
5 oz. Light Oil (Apricot Kernel, Sweet Almond, or use our Massage Oil Blend
1/2 oz. or 1 Tablespoon Cosmetic Safe Fragrance Oil
(optional)
12 Lotion Tubes - 2.5 oz. each -
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Melt the Beeswax, Emulsifying Wax, Cocoa Butter together, stirring occasionally - remove from heat and stir until blended. Add the Light Oil and stir mixture well. If you use a microwave oven, only use a microwave safe glass measuring cup. Add Fragrance Oil if desired. Pour mixture into Lotion Tubes.
Vitamin E Cream
8 oz. Sweet Almond Oil
2 oz. White Beeswax
4 oz. Distilled Water
1/2 teaspoon of Vitamin E
1/4 teaspoon of Fragrance Oil or Essential Oil
(optional)
Melt the Sweet Almond Oil and Beeswax together. If you use a microwave oven, only use a microwave safe glass measuring cup. After the Sweet Almond Oil and Beeswax have melted, remove from heat and stir so they blend together. Add the water and stir. Next add the Vitamin E and the Fragrance Oil or Essential Oil and stir. Transfer the mixture into small containers. We carry a variety of cosmetic jars and bottles. Click Here for Bottles & Jars
Body Moisturizer
2 oz. White Beeswax
2 oz. Distilled Water
4 oz. Sweet Almond Oil
8 oz. Cocoa Butter
2 oz. Coconut Oil
Melt the Cocoa Butter and Water together then remove from heat and stir until blended. Add the Beeswax to the Cocoa Butter and Water, return to heat until all ingredients are melted. Pour in to containers. Click Here for Bottles & Jars
Vitamin E Cream
8 oz. Sweet Almond Oil
2 oz. White Beeswax
4 oz. Distilled Water
1/2 teaspoon of Vitamin E
1/4 teaspoon of Fragrance Oil or Essential Oil
(optional)
Melt the Sweet Almond Oil and Beeswax together, stirring occasionally - remove from heat and stir until blended. If you use a microwave oven, only use a microwave safe glass measuring cup. After the Sweet Almond Oil and Beeswax have melted, remove from heat and stir so they blend together. Add the water and stir. Next add the Vitamin E and the Fragrance Oil or Essential Oil and stir. Transfer the mixture into small containers. We carry a variety of cosmetic jars and bottles. See our Bottles & Jars page by clicking the underlined link.
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