beeswax

Noun

beeswax (uncountable)

1. The wax secreted by bees from which they make honeycombs, or the processed form of this wax used in the manufacture of various goods.

7 letters in word "beeswax": A B E E S W X.

No anagrams for beeswax found in this word list.

Words found within beeswax:

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• Definitions:
• (Apis mellifera): Beeswax comes from the honeycomb of virgin bees. Bees process honey form the nectar and then convert it into wax. ...
• a complex mixture of organic compounds secreted by special glands on the last four visible segments on the ventral side of the worker bee's abdomen and used for building comb. Its melting point is from 143.6 to 147.2 degrees F.
• Wax obtained from processing the honeycomb. Used in candles, soaps and lip balms.
• A substance that is secreted by bees by special glands on the underside of the abdomen, deposited as thin scales, and used after mastication and mixture with the secretion of the salivary glands for constructing the honeycomb. ...
• A natural emulsifier and thickener.
• With the sweet smell of honey, Beeswax adds many wonderful properties to various body care products. Harvested with no harm to our little bee friends, beeswax is an essential ingredient in Bath By Bettijo’s all-natural lip balm and aromatherapy massage balm formulas.
• Beeswax is also available at several candlemaking supply companies and even some local beekeepers, but is much more expensive than paraffin. Beeswax has a melt point around 146 and makes a high quality candle. ...
• One of the oldest ingredients in cosmetic preparations, traditionally used as an emulsifier.
• a substance secreted on the underside of the abdomen of worker bees used to build comb.
• Primarily used as an emulsifier, beeswax is obtained from the honeycomb of virgin bees. Because it is insoluble in water, beeswax is a great addition to skin creams and lip balms. For the highest-quality beeswax, purchase it directly from a beekeeper.
• Beeswax has been used in cosmetics for centuries, mostly for its emulsifying properties.
• Beeswax is taken from the hive, where it is used to secure the walls of the honeycomb. It is used in creams and lotions to help emulsify oil and water so they don't separate in the finished product. It is particularly effective at this job when combined with borax. ...
• A natural product made by bees, especially used to thicken creams and lotions.
• It was traditionally used to strengthen thread for hand quilting. Though it is not required when using quilting thread, it can strengthen regular sewing thread, if you need to match a colour not available in quilting thread.
• Obtained from the honeycomb of the honeybee. Used as an emulsifier, thickener.
• Secreted by honeybees and serves as an emollient in skincare products. Well-known ingredient in Burt’s Bees products.
• the wax secreted by honeybees used to build their comb. Honeybees may consume 8 to 20 pounds of honey to produce 1 pound of wax.
• Thread is pulled through beeswax for strength and to allow it to glide easily through the fabric.
• A product of the honeycomb, beeswax is very beneficial when applied to the skin. It locks in moisture, allowing the skin to remain hydrated. Beeswax has anti-inflammatory properties and is often included in formulas designed to promote healthy skin.
• used to strengthen and smooth beading thread
• (Cera Flava) from honey-bees, cares and protects particularly sensitive skin. It protects without inhibiting the skin's breathing. Provides consistency in the emulsion
• a substance that is secreted by bees and is used by them for constructing the honeycomb, that is a dull yellow solid plastic when warm, and that is composed of a mixture of esters, cerotic acid, and hydrocarbons.
• A substance made by bees to build the walls of their cells. Used as an emulsifier to soften and protect the skin. Emulsifiers keep the skin care product from separating.
• Beeswax is used to coat thread before quilting to give it strength and to help eliminate knotting. Run thread through the beeswax.
• waxy material produced by worker bees and used to build combs
• a yellow to brown wax secreted by honeybees to build honeycombs cover with beeswax; "Chris beeswaxed the kitchen table"
• Beeswax is a product from a bee hive, specifically the hive of any species of honey bee (the genus Apis). Beeswax is secreted by young honey bees of a certain age in the form of thin scales. ...
• "Beeswax" is a rock song by Nirvana, recorded at the Reciprocal Recording Studios on January 23, 1988 and first released on the compilation album Kill Rock Stars in 1991. It also featured on the Nirvana album Incesticide in 1992. ...

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