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Definition of beeswax
Note: Beeswax is typically colorless when first secreted but takes on a yellow or brownish color after bits of pollen, propolis, and other matter becomes mixed in. White beeswax sold commercially consists of yellow beeswax that has been subjected to bleaching or has been filtered to remove impurities. Beeswax is used as an ingredient in various products including candles, cosmetics, and sealants.
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Designed by Easthampton mom Michelle Zimora, the reusable wraps are handcrafted with cotton fabrics in lovely designs coated with organic beeswax, organic jojoba oil, and tree resin. — Ann Trieger Kurland, BostonGlobe.com, "Pretty, practical, and plastic-free food wraps," 22 July 2019 Case in point: The beeswax in her velvety lipsticks and dewy blushes helps preserve a delicate ecosystem. — Megan Mcintyre, Hana Hong, Marie Claire, "11 New Innovations in Sustainable Beauty from Around the Globe," 18 Apr. 2019 This one is laced with organic beeswax and jojoba oil to lock in moisture. — Lisa Desantis, Health.com, "We Tried Lululemon's Brand New Skincare and Beauty Line—Here's What We Thought," 18 June 2019 The majority of mascara formulas often rely on beeswax, which helps with glide and shine. — Glamour, "5 Women Try Kat Von D’s New Vegan Mascara," 19 Apr. 2019 The mixture, now available for the first time ever in the U.S., includes rose oil, calcium carbonate, male pine flower pollen, propolis, beeswax, and olive oil. — Samantha Leal, Marie Claire, "This New Moisturizer Actually Heals Your Sunburn," 5 Aug. 2016 And secondly, and more importantly, can't everyone just mind their own beeswax? — Kayla Keegan, Good Housekeeping, "'Counting On' Star Jessa Duggar Defends Her Sister Joy-Anna Against Mommy-Shamers," 27 Feb. 2019 The technique has remained largely the same: Designs are applied using beeswax and a stylus, then dipped and sometimes dyed again. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Country Living, "The History of Easter Eggs and Why They're Decorated," 25 Feb. 2019 Shah also recommends Eau Thermale Avène's Cicalfate Restorative Skin Cream, which contains healing zinc oxide and skin barrier-protecting beeswax. — Kaleigh Fasanella, Allure, "How to Treat Facial Eczema, According to Dermatologists," 9 Apr. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'beeswax.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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