Emulsifying Wax (Cetearyl Alcohol/peg-20 Stearate) 100g Emulsifying wax (cetearyl alcohol/peg-20 stearate) 100g Derived from plant-based alcohols and derivatives. Emulsifying wax is a vegetable based emulsifier used for combining oil and water in recipes for lotions, creams, and other cosmetics. To use, add approximately 4-5% by weight to your recipe!