Strahl & Pitsch has introduced sunflower wax, a vegan alternative for use in cosmetics and personal care formulations. Sunflower wax is produced through the winterization of sunflower oil. The material acts as a consistency modifier in sticks and emulsions. It will help thicken a formula by providing a rigid structural network of wax crystals, which improves oil binding, emolliency, film formation and lubricity. Its crystalline composition provides excellent oil gelling properties, allowing...