PURE COCONUT CONTAINER WAX

DESCRIPTION

Product Specifications

• Nourishing and hydrating the skin
• Good grip capacity
• Soft and creamy touch
• Examples of application:
• cosmetics: cream, balm, etc.
• food and pharmaceutical industry

Available in: chunks

Very low melting point: 31-38°C

Coconuts are produced from sustainable agriculture.

Non-GMO waxes, no additives, and not tested on animals.

Recommendations 

This wax has a very low melting point. We recommend using it as massage wax or as an additive in a blend of waxes. 

If you are making massage candles, which are designed to be used on the body, we suggest going with a blend of pure coconut candle wax (100% coconut), beeswax and then adding body care oils (such as grapeseed, castor, sweet almond, etc) and not go with a soy wax .

Ideal for those looking for a raw material option with ecological appeal for the manufacture of handmade candles, Coconut Wax is the ideal product. Indicated especially for the production of handmade candles that will be burned in containers ideally, it is considered an ecological wax, offering several benefits to those who use it. But why is coconut wax considered an eco-friendly product? And how is coconut wax made?

Its natural formulation of vegetal origin allows the coconut wax to offer, for its production of candles, a clean, odorless burn without the formation of soot, harming the environment less and at the same time offering possibilities of aromatic candles with accentuated perfumes, as it retains much more scented oils, whether synthetic or essential. 

Another important point that we must emphasize is that its composition allows it to be mixed with several other types of natural waxes, even those with harder consistencies. This factor makes coconut wax present in the composition of various types of candles.

What wicks to use :

We recommend start with LX wicks . Follow the size recomendations in the LX info. 

Also STABILO can be a good option . Follow the size recomendations in the STABILO info. 

 Important Note 

This is a very soft wax. The melting point can be as low as 31ºC. During summer time there might be temperature variations in the transport as the companies are not transporting these goods in refrigerating vans. We don't ship it on Fridays because we don't want the wax stored during the weekend in very warm places. 

Massage Candle Recommendations 

Practical Guide – Massage Candles with Pure Coconut Wax from EcoCandleProject

1. Introduction

Massage candles combine aromatherapy and skincare, made with waxes and oils safe for direct application on the skin. Pure Coconut Wax with a low melting point is an ideal plant-based base due to this low melting point and its moisturizing properties.

2. Characteristics of Pure Coconut Wax

Coconut Wax is a pure vegetable wax derived from coconut pulp (Cocos Nucifera), with a melting point between 31–38 °C. It has a creamy texture, soft touch, and is ideal for massage candles. It can be used pure or blended with butters and vegetable oils.
If using a harder coconut wax (like EcoCoco by Kerax), it is recommended to blend it with butters (e.g., shea, cocoa) or oils (sweet almond, jojoba) to lower the melting point and improve the skin application texture.

3. Recommended Procedure

1. Melt the wax to 50–55 °C in a double boiler.

2. Remove from heat.

3. Add the fragrance (3–5%) and mix well.

4. Pour into containers and allow to solidify at room temperature.

5. Do not refrigerate.

⚠️ Note: For massage candles, the safe fragrance dosage is usually 1–3% of the total weight, depending on the formula and skin sensitivity. Avoid high concentrations like 8–10%, which are typical in standard candles.

4. Ideal Temperature for Adding Fragrance

Add fragrance at around 50 °C to ensure proper blending without aroma loss. Avoid adding it below 40 °C (risk of separation or poor yield) or above 55 °C (risk of excessive evaporation).

5. Recommended Base Formulas

Formula 1 – Soft & Nourishing Texture

• 50% Hydrogenated coconut wax

• 20% Shea butter

• 25% Sweet almond oil

• 3–5% Skin-safe fragrance

• 1–2% Vitamin E (optional)

Formula 2 – Rich & Moisturizing

• 40% Hydrogenated coconut wax

• 25% Cocoa butter

• 30% Jojoba or avocado oil

• 3–5% Skin-safe fragrance

• 1–2% Vitamin E (optional)

6. Skin-Safe Fragrances for Massage Candles

Not all fragrances are safe for skin use. Only use:

• Cosmetic-grade fragrances

• Fragrances certified by IFRA for Category 5A

Avoid:

• Fragrances intended only for candles/diffusers

• Highly sensitizing essential oils (e.g., cinnamon, excessive citrus)

7. Some Suitable Fragrance Suggestions from EcoCandleProject ( there are more)

• Brazilian Summer – Sweet, enveloping: vanilla, coconut milk

• Blue Cedar & Lavender – Calming floral: lavender

• Freesia & Pear – Sophisticated fruity floral: freesia, pear, white rose

• White Velvet Breeze – Exotic, sensual: jasmine

• Cardamom & Orris – Floral, aromatic, woody: cardamom, white floral, sandalwood

Technical Appendix – Additional Data

1. Ideal Temperatures by Ingredient

• Pure Coconut Wax (soft) – 50–55 °C – Double boiler melt

• Vegetable Oils – 40–45 °C – Add after wax is melted

• Cosmetic-grade Fragrances – 45–50 °C – Avoid volatile loss

• Vitamin E – < 40 °C – Add last as antioxidant

• Essential Oils – Max 45 °C – Use only if skin-safe

2. Fragrance Compatibility Table

3. Example Formula Calculation (100 g total)

• 60 g Pure Coconut Wax

• 20 g Shea Butter

• 16 g Sweet Almond Oil

• 3 g Cosmetic-grade Fragrance (3%)

• 1 g Vitamin E (1%)