Comparing E904 - Shellac vs E901 - white and yellow beeswax

Synonyms
E904
Shellac
Bleached shellac
E901
white and yellow beeswax
beeswax
white beeswax
yellow beeswax
white wax
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Popular questions
  1. What is shellac nails?

    In beauty, “shellac nails” are a UV-cured hybrid gel-polish service (e.g., CND Shellac); despite the name, it does not use the food additive shellac (E904) resin used as a glaze.

  2. How to remove shellac nail polish?

    Soak the nails in acetone for about 10–15 minutes (using cotton and foil or remover wraps), then gently push off the softened coating—do not peel to avoid nail damage.

  3. Is shellac the same as gel?

    Not exactly—Shellac is a specific brand of gel-polish hybrid, while “gel” can refer broadly to many soak-off UV/LED gel systems; they cure similarly and have comparable wear.

  4. What is a shellac manicure?

    A manicure using a UV/LED-cured gel-polish system branded “Shellac” for long-lasting color; it’s unrelated to the food glazing agent shellac (E904).

  5. What are shellac nails?

    They are nails coated with a UV-cured gel-polish branded “Shellac” for chip-resistant wear, not coated with the food additive shellac (E904) used in food glazes.

  1. How to make beeswax candles?

    Melt clean beeswax in a double boiler to around 70°C, secure a cotton wick in a heat-safe mold or jar, pour the wax, and let it cool; adding about 5–10% coconut oil can improve burn and reduce cracking. Use a double boiler and avoid overheating or open flames for safety.

  2. How to make beeswax wraps?

    Grate beeswax (optionally with a little pine resin and jojoba oil), sprinkle over clean cotton fabric, then warm in an oven at about 80–100°C until melted, brush to spread evenly, and let cool to set. As E901 it’s food-contact safe; clean wraps with cool water and mild soap.

  3. Can you eat beeswax?

    Yes—beeswax (E901) is approved as a food glazing agent and small amounts are considered safe, but it’s poorly digested and provides virtually no nutrition. People allergic to bee products should avoid it.

  4. How to get beeswax in minecraft?

    In Minecraft, “beeswax” is obtained as honeycomb: place a lit campfire under a bee nest/hive at honey level 5, then use shears to collect it without angering bees. Honeycomb is used to wax copper, craft candles, and make beehives.

  5. Is beeswax good for skin?

    Beeswax forms a protective, occlusive layer that helps retain moisture and is commonly used in balms and creams; it’s generally well tolerated. Individuals sensitive to bee products (pollen/propolis) may experience reactions.