How Do You Mix Beeswax & Carnauba Wax?

How Do You Mix Beeswax & Carnauba Wax?
Written By
Alicia Bodine
Alicia Bodine
Published: Feb 9, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read
  1. Cut your beeswax in to tiny shavings. This makes it easier to melt.

  2. Place the carnauba wax flakes in your microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for six minutes. Stir after each minute so the wax doesn't burn.

  3. Set your beeswax in another microwave-safe container and microwave for three minutes. Stop to stir it every minute to prevent burning.

  4. Pour the beeswax on top of the carnauba wax, and mix them together with your wooden spoon.

  5. Pour the wax into plastic molds, or any small plastic containers that you have.

  6. Wait 15 minutes for the wax to harden. It will begin to separate from the sides of the container.

Tips

If you want a wax that is softer, add less carnauba wax. If you want a harder wax, add more carnauba wax.

Warnings

Be careful with the heated wax. It is hot and can seriously burn your skin.

Photo Credits

bees wax foundation image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.com

Alicia Bodine

Alicia Bodine has been a professional writer for 13 years. She has produced thousands of articles for online publications such as Demand Studios, GoBankingRates and WiseGeek. Bodine is passionate about gardening, travel, education and…

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