{"product_id":"cera-bellina","title":"Cera Bellina","description":"\u003cp\u003eCAS#: 136097-93-3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCera Bellina is a hydrophilic derivative of natural beeswax in which the free fatty acids have been converted to polyglycerols esters through the use of heat and vacuum. Elimination of the free fatty acid functionalities in beeswax improves the oil gelling and oil retention capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProducts formulated with Cera Bellina and natural as well as synthetic oils produce remarkably stable, smooth gels. This property is also beneficial in emulsion products, where its hydrophylic properties enable it to act as a coemulsifier and its rheology modifying properties lend increased formulation stability.  In decorative cosmetics, Cera Bellina helps to break up pigment agglomerates by forming a gel network thereby maintaining an even distribution of ingredients. Cera Bellina also suppresses the fatty acid, fatty alcohol migration and oil syneresis in finished stick formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCera Bellina has the unique ability to give stability by forming non-granular gels of liquid oils. Besides the consistency regulating properties of beeswax, Cera Bellina has the remarkable capability of inhibiting crystallization in the oil phase and therefore enhancing stability by preventing the formation of granules.  This attribute can eliminate the graininess or rice granule effect that can occur when using shea and other natural butters in anhydrous formulations such as lip balms and lotion bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCera Bellina also greatly improves stability in dispersions utilizing non-soluble components, such as organic and inorganic pigments, as well as mineral and polymer extenders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBenefits \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImparts a smooth, satin-like feeling to the skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolubility and safety similar to beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmulsion stabilizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctions like a low HLB coemulsifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGelling agent for oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickener in anhydrous products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePigment stabilizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLip balms and lotion bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmulsions (oil-in-water and water-in-oil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickener for anhydrous, oil-based serums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil gel products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor cosmetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eINCI:\u003c\/span\u003e  Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg align=\"top\" alt=\"natural\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8317\/5001\/files\/website-symbols-05_100x100.png?v=1585245040\"\u003e\u003cimg align=\"top\" alt=\"gluten-free\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8317\/5001\/files\/website-symbols-01_100x100.png?v=1586815347\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Prop 65 Statement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The following statement is made in order to comply with the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986. This product is not known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSDS \u0026amp; Tech Data\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Cera Bellina Specification Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8317\/5001\/files\/Specification_Sheet_-_Cera_Bellina.pdf?v=1620153971\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCera Bellina Specification Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8317\/5001\/files\/tech_data_cera_bellina.pdf?2937819993126098776\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCera Bellina Technical Data\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8317\/5001\/files\/sds_-_2026-06-16_Cera_Bellina.pdf?v=1781807236\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"SDS Cera Bellina\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCera Bellina SDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFormulation Guidelines\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen working to replace a portion of the oils in existing formulations with Cera Bellina for its rheological properties, it is suggested to add Cera Bellina at 10-15% of the oil phase to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen gelling oils, best results are obtained if cooling is slow, especially for less viscous oils. The specification for congealing temperature of Cera Bellina is 145.5 – 163.5°F. This wide range can result in some differences in viscosity depending on usage rate. It is helpful to make note of the congealing temperature of the Cera Bellina lot you receive and do small batch tests to determine if usage rate needs adjusting in your formulation, if the temperature from lot to lot is significantly different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe % of Cera Bellina needed to gel specific oils will vary, depending on the oil and the congealing temperature of the Cera Bellina. Some examples:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvocado Oil 8%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastor Oil 6.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet Almond Oil 9%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive Oil 9.1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJojoba Oil 2.3%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIPM 25.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhenyl Trimethicone 29.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLip Balms and Stick Products 1 - 20%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmulsions 1 - 2%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGelled Oils 1 - 29%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAppearance: \u003c\/span\u003eWhite to off white pastilles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to wax-like\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaponification Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 - 94 mg KOH\/g wax\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHLB Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4 -5 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelting Point:\u003c\/strong\u003e 63 - 73 degrees C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf-Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years from the date of manufacture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry out these formulations using this ingredient:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lotioncrafter.live\/blogs\/skin-care\/body-oil-balm-with-ceramides\" title=\"Body Oil Balm with Ceramides\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBody Oil Balm with Ceramides\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Undisclosed","offers":[{"title":"2 oz - $6.95","offer_id":13079579492441,"sku":"CERABEL-02","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz - $10.95","offer_id":13079579459673,"sku":"CERABEL-04","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb - $37.95","offer_id":13079579426905,"sku":"CERABEL-1","price":37.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb - $163.95","offer_id":13079579394137,"sku":"CERABEL-5","price":163.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 lb - $609.85","offer_id":13079579525209,"sku":"CERABEL-20","price":609.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8317\/5001\/products\/cerabellina.jpg?v=1569320343","url":"https:\/\/lotioncrafter.live\/products\/cera-bellina","provider":"Lotioncrafter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}