Waxelene

What is Waxelene?

It is an all-natural alternative to petroleum jelly, which is found in products such as Vaseline, Aquaphor, and a great number of other products.

There are concerns with petroleum jelly, including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) that are considered potentially carcinogenic and have links to breast cancer.

This recipe has the same consistency as Vaseline. I was thrilled with the results when I first made this!

Supplies needed:

• Pyrex measuring container
• Glass jars to store the waxelene
• Measuring cups and spoons

It is a good idea to keep these supplies dedicated solely to making creams and separate from food.

HOMEMADE WAXELENE

• 1/8 cup of grated Beeswax or Beeswax pellets
• ½ cup of Avocado oil (or olive oil)

1.      Put the oil and beeswax into a Pyrex measuring container. Put that into a pot of simmering water and let them melt together. When they are completely melted and mixed, take them off the heat.

2.     Carefully pour into a glass jar and cool to room temperature.

3.     Since these ingredients are fresh and no preservatives are used, it is best to store in the fridge and use within six months.

Additional notes:

Beeswax and avocado oil are available at Brambleberry.com and amazon.com.

Target has some great glass jars to store your creams, and they come in different sizes too. Amazon.com also sells these glass jars in larger quantities.