Purge Liquid Paraffin – Cosmetic Grade Mineral Oil for Skin & Industry

Purge Liquid Paraffin 1L- Paraffin Liquidum - Mineral Oil 1L - White Oil - Baby Oil

Unscented paraffin oil can be added to melted paraffin wax to increase the viscocity to your desired level Can also be used as a massage oil to massage the hands and feet and leave skin soft Unscented oil is fragrance-free for hypoallergenic massages on sensitive skin When added to melted paraffin wax in a paraffin wax heating unit, paraffin oil decreases the solidifying property of paraffin waxWhat Is Paraffin? The petroleum-based waxes are created using crude oil. First, the saturated hydrocarbons are extracted from fossil fuels and refined to be used in many ways as a lubricating oil. The oil is then further refined to make paraffin wax. Uses of Liquid Paraffin Aside for use in skin treatments, there are many uses of liquid paraffin in many products, including: Candles Cosmetics Electrical insulation Crayons Lubrication Polishes Paraffin wax is favored for a few reasons. It is: Nontoxic Nonreactive Clean-burning fuel source Water resistant Paraffin for Moist Skin Paraffin wax is most commonly used on the hands and feet. These areas tend to get cracked, chapped and dry. The natural emollient makes the skin soft and supple, adding moisture. A paraffin wax application also opens pores and removes dead skin cells as it hydrates. Paraffin has a low melting point, which is what makes it ideal to apply to skin. It won’t burn or cause blistering because it doesn’t get very hot before it turns to a pliable material that warms the skin. Therapeutic Benefits of Paraffin Wax The properties of paraffin act as a heat therapy of sorts. Paraffin wax has been used to relieve pain in the hands and joints of people with numerous ailments, including: Fibromyalgia Rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis Muscle spasms Minor inflammation Cosmetic and Medicinal Uses Paraffin oil is used in cold creams, bronzing oils, makeup products and more for its hydrating qualities. Paraffin lotion use on a regular basis can increase a skin’s moisture retention. The liquid form of paraffin is used as a laxative because it can pass through the body without being absorbed. Liquid Paraffin Oil in Industry This highly distilled form of kerosene is refined so that it can safely be burned in lamps and other lighting sources. It is preferred for its lack of odor and soot. Liquid paraffin is used widely in industrial settings for blades and ball bearings. It works well underwater and works well with hydraulic fluid in machinery. It also is good at peeling away grit from the calloused palms and skin of those who work with cement. Dangers of Paraffin Wax There is a debate about the health concerns paraffin wax can create. Anyone with sensitive skin can have a negative reaction to paraffin wax, such as redness, minor swelling or skin irritation. Test it out on a small patch of skin before you cover a large area of your hands or feet.