Product Description: Candelilla waxis a vegetable wax derived from the leaves of the candelilla shrub native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. Candelilla waxOften used as a natural substitute for beeswax and other synthetic waxes, especially in the manufacture of lipsticks, lotions and candles. Furthermore, it has potential applications in the coating of fruits and vegetables to extend their shelf life and as a lubricant for machinery.