Our Rhus Wax is derived from the species Rhus succedanea. This plant species is also known as the Sumac or Wax Tree. Although many parts of the tree are known to be toxic when ingested, Rhus Wax is non-toxic for use in topical applications.
Ethical and Sustainable Sourcing:
The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species (International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources) has classified Rhus (Rhus succedanea) as stable and of least concern for endangerment.
Properties:
Non-GMO
Form: Pastilles
Color: White to Off-White
Melting Point: 48-54C/118-129F (Softer than Beeswax)
Characteristic Aroma
Emollient
Humectant
Helps to Stabilize Emulsions
Lends Rigidity to Cosmetic and Soap Formulations
Uses:
Rhus Wax serves as ideal vegan substitutes for beeswax.
It can be used in creams, lotions, balms, lipsticks, mascara, body butters and other formulations where a smooth or creamy consistency is desired. It can serve as a thickening agent, and it lends emollience to the finished product. Rhus Wax also helps stabilize emulsions, and it provides rigidity to lipstick and other stick formulations.
Our Plant-Based Waxes may be combined to achieve the ideal consistency for your formulation.
Rhus Wax is Well Suited for the Following Personal Care Applications:
Skin Care
Hair Care
Cosmetics
Aromatherapy
Wellness
Recommended Usage Rate:
Our lead formulator recommends using up to 35% for Rhus Wax due to its soft texture. Its melting point is lower than Beeswax and Candelilla Wax.
Origin: CN INCI: Rhus Succedanea (Sumac) Fruit Wax Extraction Method:
CO2 Extraction Shelf Life: 3 Years Saponification Value (mg KOH/g oil): 180 - 220 SAP Multiplier for NaOH: 0.143 SAP Multiplier for KOH: 0.2