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White vs. Yellow Beeswax Pellets: The Perfect Base for Candles, Soaps, and Skincare

21st Aug 2025

Beeswax has been a trusted ingredient in candles, soaps, and skincare for centuries. Today, both white beeswax pellets and yellow beeswax pellets are widely used by candle makers, soap crafters, and cosmetic formulators who want a natural, versatile, and effective base for their creations. Whether you’re crafting in small batches or producing in bulk, these beeswax granules offer convenience, quality, and performance.

Why Choose Beeswax Pellets?

Unlike beeswax blocks, pellets (also called pastilles) are easy to measure, melt quickly, and blend seamlessly into recipes. Both white and yellow beeswax provide the same natural benefits but vary slightly in color and scent, giving crafters the flexibility to choose the right option for their projects.

White Beeswax Pellets – Cosmetic Grade

Our white beeswax pellets are cosmetic grade, deodorized, and refined for a neutral finish. They’re perfect when you need a lighter, cleaner look in candles, lotions, lip balms, or soaps.

Key Benefits:

  • Produces candles that burn longer and cleaner than ordinary wax

  • Neutral color and light scent make it versatile for cosmetics

  • Adds thickness and stability to lotions, creams, and balms

  • Improves hardness and durability in soap bars

  • Easy to handle, measure, and melt

Details:

  • Slight natural beeswax scent

  • Melting point: ~146°F

  • Ideal for candles, balms, salves, soaps, lotions, wax melts, and seal stamps

Yellow Beeswax Pellets – Pure & Natural

Our yellow beeswax pellets retain more of the natural honey-like aroma and golden color. They’re a favorite for traditional candle making and add a warm tone to soaps, lip balms, and body care formulations.

Key Benefits:

  • Produces candles with a clean burn and natural golden glow

  • Maintains natural honey scent for a classic beeswax experience

  • Works as a natural thickener in lotions, balms, and body butters

  • Strengthens soaps, creating longer-lasting bars

  • Convenient pellet form for fast melting and easy measuring

Details:

  • Natural golden yellow appearance

  • Melting point: ~146°F

  • Cosmetic grade and suitable for skincare and medicinal use

Applications for Both

Whether you choose white or yellow, both beeswax types are widely used in:

  • Candles – Clean, long-lasting, non-toxic burn

  • Soaps – Enhances hardness and durability

  • Lotions & Creams – Provides body and stability

  • Lip Balms & Salves – Thickens and locks in moisture

  • Cosmetic Formulations – Adds texture and consistency

  • Craft Projects – Wax melts, polish, seal stamps, and more

Final Thoughts

Beeswax pellets are a must-have for DIY enthusiasts and professional crafters alike. The white pellets are perfect for neutral, refined cosmetic applications, while the yellow pellets bring a natural golden hue and classic beeswax aroma. Both offer the same trusted performance, making them essential for anyone in candle making, soap crafting, and skincare formulation.