Beeswax is produced by worker bees in the hive. They secrete beeswax from special glands on their abdomen and use it to build honeycomb cells for honey storage and rearing their young.
Beeswax is composed primarily of esters, fatty acids, and hydrocarbons. It has a natural, honey-like scent and is typically a pale to golden-yellow color, although it can vary depending on the type of flowers the bees have been foraging on.
Beeswax is a popular choice for making candles because it burns cleanly, produces a natural honey scent when melted, and has a beautiful, golden hue.
Beeswax is a common ingredient in various skincare and cosmetic products, such as lip balms, lotions, creams, and salves, due to its emollient and protective properties.
Beeswax has a relatively high melting point, typically around 144 to 147 degrees Fahrenheit (62 to 64 degrees Celsius). This property makes it ideal for candle making, as candles made from beeswax burn slowly and emit a warm, natural glow.