R & F Handmade Paints - Soy Wax
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Product Information
- Made from partially hydrogenated soybean oil
- Renewable, biodegradable alternative to paraffin
- Non-toxic formula burns cleaner than petroleum
- Effectively removes color from brushes
- Washes out easily with soap and water
- Brush reusable in other mediums after cleaning
Clean encaustic brushes naturally with soy wax for reuse
Soy wax transforms brush cleaning from a petroleum-dependent process into something genuinely sustainable. R & F formulates this partially hydrogenated soybean oil specifically for encaustic work, where it dissolves pigment and beeswax from bristles without the environmental concerns of paraffin alternatives. The wax melts at lower temperatures than petroleum-based cleaners, making it safer to work with while delivering thorough cleaning power.
What sets soy wax apart is its complete removal from bristles. After cleaning out color, a simple soap and water wash eliminates all wax residue, your brushes come clean enough for immediate use in oil, acrylic, or watercolor without cross-contamination. The naturally biodegradable formula breaks down without environmental persistence, while renewable soybean sourcing eliminates dependence on petroleum extraction.
Keep a dedicated container of melted soy wax at your encaustic station. Swirl brushes through the warm wax between colors or at session's end, wipe excess on absorbent paper, then finish with soap and water. Brushes that would normally require harsh solvents or become permanently dedicated to encaustic work remain versatile tools across your entire practice.
