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SOFT & SILKY EMULSIFYING WAX | Non-Ionic Plant-Based Emulsifier

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A high-performance, plant-derived emulsifying wax that imparts a smooth, velvety feel to lotions, creams, and body butters without leaving a greay residue.

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Description

Soft and Silky Emulsifying Wax (also known as Silky Wax) is a plant-based, non-ionic emulsifier made from a blend of Cetearyl alcohol and Ceteareth-20. It binds oil and water ingredients together in cosmetic and personal care formulations while imparting a smooth, velvety, and non-greasy skin or hair feel. It is a versatile emulsifier that transforms simple formulations into velvet-soft skin-feel of high-end skincare, providing cushiony body, luxurious slip, and rapid absorption without a greasy drag.

The Sensory Profile: Silky Wax emulsifier imparts into lotions, creams, and conditioners a distinctively featherlight, non-greasy, and powdery “silky” finish.

Every great skincare formulation relies on the balance between functional stability and elevated sensory feel. Silky Wax emulsifier bridges that gap effortlessly. it transforms water and oil phases into elegant, cohesive emulsions that feel immediately rich and yet absorb with a light, non-greasy finish.

This plant-derived emulsifier is made for both professional and DIY formulators. Whether you are formulating lightweight daily facial lotions, whipped body butter creams, or intensive leave-in hair treatments, Soft and Silky Emulsifying Wax enhances spreadability and delivers an irresistible cushiony glide, that will give your finished products the sophisticated touch of luxury skincare.

Key Benefits

Velvety, Non-Greasy Texture: Silky Wax leaves skin feeling silky smooth without heavy, sticky drag.
Light-weight Lotions: Creates light-weight lotions, creams and leave-ins
Superior Emulsification: Effectively binds water and oil phases to prevent separation over time.
Moisture & Barrier Support: Helps lock in moisture while protecting the skin’s natural lipid barrier.
Versatile & User-Friendly: Easy to melt and integrate into a wide range of oil-in-water (O/W) formulations.
100% Plant-Derived & Vegan: Ethically sourced and suitable for clean, eco-conscious beauty products.

Technical Specifications & Formulation Guidelines

INCI Name: Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteareth-20 (or your specific blend)
Composition: Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20
Other Names: Soft & silky emulsifying wax, emulsifying wax soft & silky, silky e-wax, SE wax, silky emulsifying wax
Appearance: White to off-white pellets, or flakes, or waxy solid
Solubility: Soluble in oil (Melt in heated oil phase)
Melting Point: 48°C – 54°C (118°F – 129°F)
Charge / Type: Non-ionic emulsifying wax
pH Stability: Stable across a broad range from pH 3.0 to 12.0
Temperature Tolerance: Melt and mix generally below 80°C
Usage Rate: Typically 1% to 10% (adjust based on desired viscosity). Common usage rates: Lotions: 3% to 5%; Creams: 10% to 15%; Hair Care (e.g., Leave-in sprays): 1% to 8%

Note: Silky Wax Emulsifier is different from standard Emulsifying Wax NF, which has a different INCI composition (Cetearyl Alcohol and Polysorbate 60) and provides a heavier or creamier feel rather than the featherlight, powdery dry-down of silky wax.

Storage & Handling

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep container tightly closed when not in use to preserve freshness and prevent moisture absorption.

Common Uses & Applications

Soft & Silky Wax is a versatile staple for formulating personal care products like:

Skincare: Lotions, face and body creams or lotions, cream-gels, and cleansing balms.
Haircare: Hair conditioners, cream rinses, and leave-in spray conditioners.

Here are ways that silky wax emulsifier transforms the finish of products:

Facial Creams & Lotions: Add silky wax for a weightless, hydrating feel.
Body Butters & Balms: Silky wax adds structure while softening heavy oil phases.
Hair Conditioners & Creams: Silky wax helps improve spreadability and manageability.
Serums & Emulsion-Based Cleansers: Silky wax helps enhance glide and rinse-off characteristics.

Formulator’s Note: Combine Silky Wax with a small amount of co-emulsifier (like Cetyl Alcohol or Stearic Acid) to build extra body and luxurious thickness in rich night creams and body creams!

How to Use Silky Wax Emulsifier

Heat the Oil Phase: Add Silky Wax to your oil phase and heat until completely melted approximately 70C 158F
Heat the Water Phase: Separately heat your water phase to a matching temperature
Emulsify: Slowly pour the oil phase into the water phase while stirring or using a high-shear stick blender
Cool Down: Continue mixing gently as the batch cools then add your heat-sensitive active ingredients (fragrance essential oils and preservative) below 40C 104F

How Formulators Describe Silky Wax

Cushiony body and rapid skin absorption without sticky residue
Luxurious and expensive rather than thin or greasy
Powdery drytouch featherlight finish rather than heavy draggy plastic-like film
Very smooth glossy cream
An ideal emulsifier for facial creams because it cuts down on oily shine it leaves a matte finish on the skin
Soaped significantly less than natural alternatives like Olivem 1000

Why Formulators Choose Silky Wax

1. The Sensory Profile: Luxury Touch & Feel

The “Pillowy Cushion” Effect: Silky Emulsifying adds a rich, smooth “bounce” under the fingertips during application. Formulations made with Silky Wax instantly feel plush, weighted, and high-end rather than thin or watery.
Powdery, Soft-Focus Finish: Unlike traditional Emulsifying Wax NF which can leave an uncomfortable plastic-like waxy layer, Silky Wax dries down to a feather-light, velvety touch.
Zero Heavy Drag or Grease: Breaks down effortlessly upon contact with body heat, gliding across the skin and absorbing rapidly without leaving an oily shine behind.

2. Physical & Application Behaviour

Minimal “Soap-Out” (No White Streaks): Unlike traditional natural emulsifiers that leave bright white streaks on the skin, Soft and Silky Emulsifying Wax absorbs instantly without any white, soapy residue. This significantly reduces the massage time needed for the product to sink in completely.
Controlled, Smooth Viscosity: Cooldown phase testing shows that Silky Wax thickens gradually and evenly. This prevents sudden clumping and keeps chaotic air bubbles from getting trapped in your batch.
Glossy in Jar, Demi-Matte on Skin: It creates a luminous, high-gloss white cream that applies smoothly and leaves a soft, natural, matte finish on the skin.

3. Formulation & Technical Performance

The Sprayable Standard (1% – 3% Usage): Soft and Silky Emulsifying Wax keeps watery, liquid formulas stable and perfectly blended. Because it keeps liquids thin and smooth, it is ideal for sprayable body milks and leave-in hair conditioners without clogging the spray nozzle.
High-Tolerance Ruggedness (pH 3.0 – 12.0): Silky Wax keeps your formulations stable, even when you add difficult ingredients. It stops emulsions from separating when you mix in botanical extracts, active complexes, or salts.
Self-Aerating Texture: It naturally gives whipped lotions and creams a light, airy texture without needing long, intense mechanical blending.

Silky Wax vs. Emulsifying Wax NF: What’s the Difference?

While both are non-ionic emulsifiers, Silky Wax and traditional Emulsifying Wax NF are fundamentally different ingredients. Understanding these distinctions will help you choose the right wax for your formulation goals.

Formulator’s Note: If you are looking to eliminate heavy waxy drag, prevent white streaking, and create modern, fast-absorbing skincare with a velvety dry-down, Silky Wax is your ideal upgrade from Emulsifying Wax NF.

Quick Comparison Chart

	Silky Wax	Emulsifying Wax NF
INCI Name	Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20	Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60
Skin Feel & Finish	Velvety, powdery, “dry-touch” slip	Rich, waxy, traditional “lotioned” feel
Texture & Viscosity	Light, micro-aerated, fluffy body	Dense, heavy, classic cream thickness
Thickening Speed	Thickens slowly & smoothly on cool-down	Surface sets quickly during cooling
pH Resilience	Exceptional stability (pH 3.0 – 12.0)	Standard stability; sensitive to pH extremes
Ideal Applications	Spray milks, light face lotions, body lotions	Heavy body creams, thick protective salves

3 Key Differences Formulators Need to Know

1. The Chemical Blueprint
The core difference lies in the secondary emulsifier paired with Cetearyl Alcohol:
Silky Wax is paired with Ceteareth-20, an ethoxylated alcohol that imparts high electrolyte tolerance, excellent sprayability, and extreme emulsion stability. On the other hand, Emulsifying Wax NF is blended with on Polysorbate 60, which yields a traditional, heavier body and classic cushion.

2. Sensory Profile & Skin “Slip
Emulsifying Wax NF can leave a noticeable protective layer that feels slightly “draggy” or waxy at higher usage rates. Silky Wax provides instant glide and rapid absorption, leaving behind a smooth, demi-matte finish with zero oily shine.

3. Cooldown & Batch Behavior
Because Silky Wax cools and thickens gradually, it gives formulators greater control over viscosity—preventing sudden clumping and keeping chaotic air bubbles from getting trapped in your batch.
Best Practice: Maintain gentle, continuous stirring during the cool-down phase until your batch reaches room temperature to lock in optimal stability and texture.

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Weight	100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg

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