Bayberry Wax

What is it?	A wax made from the waxy coating boiled off of bayberries.
Appearance	Dusty brownish green lumps.
Texture	Dry
Scent	Amazing; warm and spicy, and smells like the the forest. I love it!
Absorbency Speed	Average to slow, depending on the recipe it’s in.
Approximate Melting Point	45°C/113°F
Solubility	Oil
Why do we use it in formulations?	It’s a relatively good thickener, and it contributes a great forest-like scent.
Do you need it?	It’s a good buy if you’re vegan, or if you adore the smell of the forest.
Refined or unrefined?	Unrefined!
Strengths	Smells fantastic, and is fairly close to beeswax for a vegan alternative.
Weaknesses	As far as waxes go it’s a weak thickener with a low melting point, so you’ll probably need to pair it with other waxes. Check out this experiment to learn more.
Alternatives & Substitutions	Nada. It’s very unique.
How to Work with It	It’s great in balms and salves as a thickener and added lovely forest scent.
Storage & Shelf Life	Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry, bayberry wax should have an indefinite shelf life.
Tips, Tricks, and Quirks	It’s commonly used in candles for its distinctive scent.
Recommended starter amount	100g (3.3oz)
Where to Buy it	Buy it from an online DIY ingredient supplier or Amazon.