Even our grandmothers knew how to make use of the natural product beeswax: Because even in the olden days, people knew what caring special features the actual residual product of honey production had to offer. But how is beeswax actually produced, what properties does it have and what can it be used for?
How is beeswax made?
Beeswax is made solely by worker bees. They produce it at a young age of twelve to eighteen days. Because it is precisely at this time of their six-week life that the animal's wax glands are most efficient and they are most productive. The bees produce the wax with the help of their eight pairs of wax glands, which are located between the third and sixth abdominal ring of the little animal. For this purpose, high-quality fatty acids and alcohols are converted into organic substance groups in the glands and then transported in liquid form to the intermediate ring pockets. This is exactly where tiny white wax flakes are formed. This process is also known as "sweating out". The colorless wax flakes are then kneaded by the bees using their mouthparts and spit and used to build honeycombs.
Which leather products benefit from care with beeswax?
Beeswax is a natural substance that cares for and nourishes leather, providing it with everything it needs to last a long time. However, not all leather is the same and requires the same treatment. Not only the tanning process, but also the sealing plays a decisive role in the type of care. So one thing is certain: not every leather care product is suitable for every type of leather.
Care products made from beeswax are suitable for all types of smooth leather as well as artificial leather. Hiking shoes made of suede also shine in new splendor with the help of the natural product. For suede, on the other hand, leather fat made from beeswax is not suitable in most cases. But here too, as everywhere in life, exceptions make the rule.
Leather grease: beeswax as a shoe care product
All in all, you can care for all shoes with natural wax. However, it is important to only ever apply a very thin layer of beeswax to the leather. If you overdo it, the tiny pores of the material can clog. As a result, the leather can no longer breathe and over time loses its natural radiance and becomes brittle.
Leather grease: beeswax for saddles & bridles
Riding accessories also require attention and care. Products with natural beeswax, such as Emma Grün's leather balm, are particularly suitable for this. Since saddles and bridles are particularly stressed by external environmental influences, weekly care makes sense. Because the material only stays soft and supple if you take good care of and nourish the natural material. In equestrian sports, the positive effect also fulfills another factor: the safety aspect. In this way, brittle and cracked areas can be prevented or detected early on when caring for the leather. Because something that is only visually important on a sofa or leather jacket would end in disaster with a torn bridle or stirrups at full gallop.
Leather care: beeswax for furniture
Depending on the type of material, beeswax is of course also suitable for your leather furniture. If you are not sure, it is advisable to test the leather conditioner on an area that is not visible to the eye beforehand. In order not to oversaturate the leather, the same applies here: less is more! Otherwise apply sparingly and feel the benefits of natural care.
Leather care: Beeswax for garments
If the leather is suitable for care with beeswax, you should regularly pamper your favorite pieces with the natural product. In this way you provide them with everything they need and can enjoy them every day. By the way: Don't worry about the distinctive smell that beeswax has. The leather balm from Emma Grün smells very pleasant due to the natural perfumes. And all without artificial fragrances.
What positive properties does beeswax have for leather?
As the name suggests, beeswax is made of wax. This has the effect that leather can benefit from two positive properties at the same time: A good balance between moisturizing and moisturizing. The natural product also ensures additional impregnation. This means the leather retains its breathability but moisture and moisture cannot penetrate. However, the quality of the wax plays an important role here. Synthetically manufactured products tend to have a negative effect on leather. They clog the tiny pores of the leather, prevent it from breathing and make it brittle and cracked due to reduced breathability. They are also harmful to the environment and can also trigger allergies.
Sustainable care products with natural beeswax like those from Emma Grün work without toxic chemicals. They work through a combination of different home remedies that our grandmothers used and appreciated for good reason. Accordingly, they achieve the best results without harming people or the environment and are therefore the perfect leather care for your favorite pieces.
