- Origin
- North America (Mexico, Texas)
Central America and the Caribbean · Other · № 392
Euphorbia antisyphilitica
Other · Central America and the Caribbean
Candelilla
Euphorbia antisyphilitica
Traditionally attributed effects: plant wax that makes the balm firm.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
External: candelilla wax in lip balm.
Use in traditions
In the deserts of northern Mexico candelilleros boil the stems with sulphuric acid to remove the wax, heavy manual work that has been a source of income since the early 20th century. The wax is used in lip balm, chewing gum and as a polish, and is a plant-based substitute for beeswax.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Natural skin and hair care
Attributed effects
Plant wax that makes the balm firm.
Preparation and amount
External: candelilla wax in lip balm.
- Ways to prepare herbs
- Salve and balm
- Recipes
- Vanilla lip balm