Alternative Waxes and Solidifiers

Based on your request for alternatives to Microcrystalline Wax and Carnauba Wax for solidifying creams and lotions, here are some other ingredients that can help provide structure and thickness:

• Tribehenin (Soft Wax, USA / China): This is a soft wax that can be used in place of natural waxes like Carnauba Wax. It provides structure and is suitable for use in creams and makeup products. It has a soft texture and can help with product payoff.
• Sunflower Wax: Derived from sunflower seeds, this wax has a melting point between 74-80°C and is used in skin creams and makeup to provide structure.
• Glossy Wax (Light, Non-Greasiness): While a liquid oil wax, it can be used in formulas like lipbalms and lipsticks to increase hardness and provide shine without being greasy. It can be incorporated into various products to improve texture and longevity.
• Synthetic Wax (Melting Point 88C / 108C): These synthetic waxes are often used in stick formulations like lipsticks to provide structure, shine, and good color payoff. They can help reduce sweating on the product surface.
• Cetyl Palmitate: This is a wax ester that functions as a thickener and emollient in lotions and creams. It has a waxy texture and can serve as a substitute for animal waxes.
• Ozokerite Wax (Melting Point 66C, Medium, China): This wax can be used in various products to contribute to solidification and structure.

These ingredients offer different properties and melting points, allowing you to choose the best fit depending on the desired texture and characteristics of your final cream or lotion product.