1. Personal care

• Humectant: Beeswax attracts and binds moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and plump. 
• Occlusive: It creates a protective barrier on the skin, preventing moisture loss and protecting against environmental irritants. 
• Soothing: Beeswax has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, making it beneficial for soothing minor cuts, burns, and irritated skin conditions like eczema.

2. Pharmaceuticals

• Base and Thickening Agent: Beeswax is a common ingredient in ointment bases, providing a solid structure and helping to thicken the formulation. It acts as an emollient, softening and soothing the skin.
• Barrier Protection: Beeswax creates a protective layer on the skin, preventing moisture loss and protecting against external irritants.

3. Food & Healthcare Ingredients

• Food Supplements: Beeswax is a key ingredient in the coating of about 40% of soft gelatin capsules used as food supplements
• Glazing Agent: Beeswax acts as a glazing agent (E901) in some foods, providing a shiny appearance and preventing water loss.
• Food Coatings: It's used to coat fruits and vegetables, preserving their freshness by minimizing moisture loss and oxidation. Beeswax coatings are also used on cheese to protect it from spoilage.
• Beeswax Wraps: Beeswax is used to create reusable food wraps, which are a sustainable alternative to plastic wraps. These wraps are made by coating fabric with beeswax, sometimes mixed with other substances like jojoba oil or pine resin.

4. Polymers & Resins

• Enhanced Hydrophobicity and Barrier Properties: Beeswax's hydrophobic nature (its ability to repel water) makes it useful in coatings for packaging and other applications where moisture resistance is desired.
• Improved Adhesion and Toughness: Beeswax and rosin blends are known for their excellent adhesive properties, making them useful in applications like adhesives for arrowheads.
• Thickening agent: Beeswax acts as a thickening agent and emollient in cosmetic products, contributing to the texture and consistency of creams, balms, and other formulations.
• Wood Polishing: Beeswax is a popular ingredient in wood polishes and cleaners. It helps to remove dirt, grease, and grime, while also providing a protective, glossy finish. 
• Furniture Protection: Beeswax creates a barrier on wood surfaces, making them more resistant to scratches, moisture, and stains.

5. Fabric Solutions

• Beeswax Wraps: Beeswax is melted onto cotton or other fabrics to create a pliable, reusable wrap for food. The wax coating makes the fabric breathable and waterproof, ideal for wrapping sandwiches, cheese, or covering bowls. 
• Fabric Finishing: Beeswax is used in the textile industry to improve fabric properties like tear strength, flexibility, and softness. It can also enhance the permanence of dyes and make the fabric more resistant to wear and tear. 
• Waterproofing: Beeswax, when applied to fabrics like cotton, can create a water-repellent layer, making the fabric suitable for items like raincoats or outdoor gear. 
• Sizing: Beeswax is used as a sizing agent in textiles, meaning it's applied to the fabric to add stiffness, improve its drape, and make it easier to work with during manufacturing. 
• Sewing: Beeswax is used to coat sewing thread, making it stronger and easier to work with, especially when hand-sewing. It helps prevent the thread from fraying and tangling. 
• Batik Dyeing: In batik art, beeswax is used as a resist, preventing dye from penetrating certain areas of the fabric, creating intricate patterns.