Olive wax

What is Olive Wax?

Olive wax is a natural wax that is made from olive oil. It is a plant-based alternative to beeswax and is a nice basic ingredient in DIY cosmetics, such as lip balm, creams etc.

How is Olive Wax made?

Olive wax is made from olive oil, which is hydrogenated (a process in which hydrogen is added to the oil). This involves passing hydrogen gas through the oil under certain temperature and pressure conditions. This process changes the chemical structure of the oil and causes it to take on a solid form at room temperature.

Olive wax has been used in skincare for centuries because of its skin-caring properties. This hard wax has a high melting point which ensures stability in your formulas!

What are the benefits of Olive Wax?

Deep hydration of the skin
The rich texture of olive wax penetrates deep into the skin. This provides intense and long-lasting hydration. Very nice for drier and rough skins!

Soothing effect
Olive wax softens and soothes the skin, leaving it feeling silky smooth and giving it a healthy appearance.

Protection against dehydration
The natural oils in olive wax form a protective barrier that protects the skin from drying out.

Glossy effect
Olive wax can be added to DIY hair care products, such as hair masks or hair balms, to give the hair a shiny and healthy look. It can also help to reduce frizz and soften the hair shaft.

How do you use Olive wax?

Olive wax is ideal to use as an ingredient in homemade lip balms and creams. It makes your product easier to use because it becomes a bit firmer and thicker. Make sure that the olive wax melts completely and mixes evenly with other ingredients to achieve a consistent texture.

Add olive wax to homemade hair balms, hair waxes, or hair masks for extra hydration and shine.

What makes Olive Wax so special?

Our Olive Wax distinguishes itself by the unique composition of Olea Europaea Fruit & Hydrogenated Olive Oil. This provides a luxurious experience that not only nourishes and hydrates your skin, but also protects it from daily environmental influences.

Olive wax has been used for centuries, mainly in Mediterranean cultures, for skin care, candle making and even in art.