Problem with beeswax

[hoegarden]

I always have problems making lotion with beeswax.

The oil and water just separate.

I have no such issue with wheatgerm wax though.

Anybody having the same issue?

 

[Genny]

Are you using beeswax as your only emulsifier? If so, then you most likely will have separation problems because beeswax contains fats, which make it unable to mix with water.

 

[new12soap]

Ditto what Genny said, if you are making a lotion with beeswax and water, you need a good emulsifier like e-wax NF. Also don't forget a good preservative!

 

[hoegarden]

Thanks. This is very enlightening. I thought beeswax itself is enough. saw a few videos using only beeswax as binder and thought only beeswax alone will be sufficient.

 

[Genny]

Susan at Point of Interest has more than you'll ever need to know about lotions. If you haven't already checked her out, I'd give it a look.
Here's a link to her blog about emulsifiers http://swiftcraftymonkey.blogspot.com/2009/03/lotions-emulsification-whats-that-then.html

 

[hoegarden]

I have look at the blog that Genny provided. The author really wrote many things about the beeswax. Guess I was wrong about beeswax all along.

She did mention that beeswax and lecithin mix to emulsify? anybody try that? I have both, maybe i should try. but how do i dissolve the lecithin? :razz:

 

[Lilahblossom]

I've been using NG's recipe for the Dream Cream. I ordered the kit first. I think it was Cocoa Dream Cream. I used lemongrass fragrance for this last group. It only makes 4 jars at a time. Wonderful stuff though.