The purpose of our social and biological risk ratings is not to dissuade businesses and consumers from using wild plant ingredients that can be harvested sustainably. Candelilla was overharvested during the 20th century as the wax was used for waterproofing tents and equipment throughout the two world wars.

Like beeswax, this unique wax has quite a high melting point, and acts as a stabiliser and emulsifier in balms, creams, salves and lotions. Candelilla Wax is reputed to help reduce the appearance of stretch marks as well as the signs of aging, such as wrinkles and age spots. Many of the skin benefits are built around the way it creates a barrier agent to prevent moisture loss from the skin. Candelilla wax is derived from the leaves of the Candelilla shrub (Euphorbia cerifera or Euphorbia antisyphilitica), which is native to northern Mexico and the southwestern US.The full set of lists reviewed have been curated by UL's LOLI Regulatory Database specific for Prospector. It is used to manufacture lip balms, lip sticks, lotions bars, soaps, stick foundations and candles.

It is also suitable in other technical industries and can be used as a substitute for Carnauba wax in certain applications. As well as being used in beauty products, this wax is also used in food items – most often seen as a glossing agent, emulsifier, fruit coating additive and as part of a chewing gum base. As a water-proofing agent, it protects the plant against heat and dryness, thereby preventing moisture loss. Many of the skin benefits are built around the way it created a Barrier agent to prevent moisture loss from the skin.

They offer a full line of organic waxes and siliconyl waxes that create stronger and longer lasting formulations.

C, candelilla wax consists of mainly hydrocarbons (about 50%, chains with 29–33 carbons), esters of higher molecular weight (20–29%), free acids (7–9%), and resins (12–14%, mainly triterpenoid esters). Since the plant is found mainly in remote parts of the desert, harvesting trips may last several days and involve setting up temporary camps along arduous journeys. Premium Grade Candelilla Wax is an Orange / Yellow hard wax which is an excellent Vegan friendly replacement for Beeswax in Vegan products. The wax is extracted by boiling the leaves and stems with dilute sulfuric acid and skimming it from the surface of the liquid, prior to further refining.Thickening Agent: Just like beeswax, candelilla wax adds thickness and stability to cosmetic products, making it an ideal ingredient for creams, lip balms, and lipsticks. On the contrary, it is to guide where steps can be taken to secure the long-term survival of wild-harvested species and availability of the sourced ingredients, improve marginalised livelihoods and enhance business ethics. As consumers become increasingly curious about the origins of their purchases, companies can be seen as leaders by attaining independent (third party) ethical and sustainability certifications, advocating for workers’ rights and, in the case of candelilla wax, ensuring workers in their supply chain have adequate health and safety practices and equipment in place.