Rice wax, Rice Bran Wax
€5.99
Available, delivery time: 2-3 days
- Product benefits at a glance
- High quality rice bran wax
- Vegan, vegetable wax
- Peeling wax
Rice Wax (Rice Bran Wax) – Vegan Wax
Rice wax is a high-quality, plant-based wax derived from rice bran (Oryza sativa). As a by-product of rice bran oil production, it represents a sustainable and vegan alternative to beeswax and is ideal for cosmetic applications as well as DIY formulations.
Properties and Benefits of Rice Wax
Rice wax stands out due to its versatile functional properties. It has film-forming qualities, helps protect against moisture loss, and imparts a subtle, natural sheen to products. Thanks to its high heat resistance and stability, product quality is maintained even under demanding storage conditions.
Properties
- High melting point (approx. 75–82 °C)
- Heat-stable and storage-stable
- Film-forming and moisture-protecting
- Thickening and structuring
Use in Cosmetics and DIY Products
Under the INCI designation Oryza Sativa Cera, rice wax is a well-established raw material in cosmetic manufacturing. Due to its high melting point, it is often used as a hardening agent in solid products such as lip balms, deodorant sticks, or ointments. In emulsions, rice wax serves as a thickening agent and co-emulsifier. It stabilises oil and water phases and improves the texture of creams and lotions. On the skin, it supports the natural hydrolipid film and helps protect against dryness.
Typical Applications
- Lip balms and care sticks
- Deodorant sticks and solid cosmetics
- Creams and lotions
- Hair care products
- Natural cosmetics and DIY formulations
Sustainability and Origin
Oryza Sativa Cera is derived from rice bran, i.e. the outer layer of the rice grain. As a by-product of rice processing, it contributes to the sustainable use of plant-based resources and helps to reduce waste in the value chain.
Chemical Composition and Quality
Rice wax consists predominantly of long-chain wax esters formed from fatty alcohols and saturated fatty acids such as lignoceric acid, behenic acid, and palmitic acid. It also contains valuable unsaponifiable components such as phytosterols and squalene.
This composition gives the wax excellent physicochemical properties and makes it a high-performance alternative to conventional waxes in skincare.
Storage
Always store in a dry place, tightly sealed, and in a cool, well-ventilated area. Protect from direct sunlight.
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| Color: | Beige, Yellow |
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| Compliance: | Cruelty Free, Vegan |
| Form of delivery: | Pellets |
| Melting range: | 70 - 80 °C, Above 80 °C |
| Origin: | Plant based |
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