The material is similar in properties to silicone and latex, but the residues from the fish industry and bee farms are used as ingredients. BeeG is biodegradable with only natural ingredients. Beeswax is a natural preservative, so BeeG is free of paraben.
The material is flexible, stretchable, coldhardening, heatelastic (>60°C) , meltable, but non-flammable. In the short term, BeeG is water repellent, on prolonged contact with water the material will absorb water until it begins to decompose. The color of the material can be influenced by water-soluble pigments and dyes. The material can be redefrosted repeatedly and made more elastic by adding water. BeeG is suitable for use with plastic or gypsum molds.
Ingredients
Beeswax, gelatin, additives.
Method
The blended ingredients can be used to make thin sheets or to produce spatial objects using cast molds.
Usage
BeeG becomes adherent to the skin at body temperature, so one possible application is for the production of prosthetics for theater makeup. Because the material is repeatedly meltable, the tools can be cleaned and reused. BeeG may be a good choice for those who are allergic to latex.
Author
Helen Grass, Gita Siimpoeg
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