Beeswax Food Wrap (Set of 3)

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Replacing plastic in favor of environmentally conscious packing alternatives is something we care about deeply at Last Forest.

Presenting, in an all new branding - our beeswax food wraps - pieces of GOTS certified organic cotton cloth with food-safe dye, coated with sustainably harvested beeswax from the hives of the Giant Rock Bee (Apis dorsata) in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. The beeswax then makes the journey to our production units where the wraps are handmade with love by women from the communities in the Nilgiris. 

These wraps are long lasting, reusable, and replace plastic or aluminum foil. They are hand washable, meaning you can use them as long as the hold up. Our bit to conserve the environment comes in a pack of three! 

Easily change the shape of your wraps to cover your food, jars or bowls by just the warmth of your hands. Store your favorite food - fruit, cheese, vegetables, food rolls or anything that you would take on the go to a picnic, to work or a get together! 

       

Natural Beeswax

Beeswax is a natural by-product of honey. Beeswax (cera alba) is a natural wax produced by honey bees of the genus Apis. Beeswax has been used since prehistoric times for various purposes, from making candles to polishing wood and leather. Beeswax is edible which makes it non-toxic and a great ingredient for food wraps. Our beeswax is harvested from the Apis dorsata bees, as a by-product of our signature range of honey. 

Fair Trade

The World Fair Trade Organization is a global community of social enterprises that practice fair trade. WFTO’s Guarantee System is the only international verification model focused on social enterprises that put the interests of workers, farmers and artisans first. Last Forest is certified fair trade. 

We can customize!

We offer the convenience of customizing the size of the beeswax wraps to fit your requirements! Custom-made wraps will be sold without our retail packaging. Offer available for bulk orders only.   

 

Ingredients
Unique Honey Rainbow
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'Pioneering sustainable living choices by

connecting communities and markets'

Based in Kotagiri in the heart of the Nilgiri mountains, our brand has been a market facilitator for wild forest produce that is harvested by indigenous communities since 1995. These communities are value adding forest and agriculture products, which are natural, wild and local. We believe that the spirit of the forest is about growth that is meaningful, balanced and contributing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is beeswax collected?

Beeswax is a by-product of honey harvesting. It is a natural wax produced by individual honeybees of the genus Apis. There are two ways through which it can be extracted, either from the brood with pollen or from honey chambers. If the beeswax is extracted from the honey chambers, most often they are split into three parts out of which the central portion containing the wax is taken out, resulting in the collection of beeswax.

Beeswax has been used for centuries, instead of throwing it out and generating waste, it’s used as a base for our value-added beeswax products. It can be derived from a variety of plants and trees and is considered environmentally friendly and does not pose a threat to the environment.

Can the beeswax wrap be used to wrap vegetables?

Yes, it can be used to wrap vegetables.

Do I wash the beeswax wrap in hot or cold water?

The beeswax wrap is essentially supposed to be washed in cold water, whereas warm or hot water damages its properties, especially because wax is sensitive to heat and has the tendency of wearing off in hotter temperatures.

How long does the beeswax wrap remain usable, does it get damaged?

The beeswax wrap has no expiry date and is not usually susceptible to damage unless it is handled roughly. It can be reused 20-30 times if taken care of and used properly according to the instructions. It is suggested to squeeze and dry the wrap after every use as that helps in retaining its long-lasting effect.

How are the prints designed on the beeswax wraps, are they created from scratch, if so, are they naturally dyed or chemically induced?

The designs printed on the beeswax wraps are all natural and do not have any chemical influences over them, as they are made from food safe dye. They are curated on the Global Organic Textile Standards page (GOTS). Last forest has three staple designs which are normally used on the wraps, although the colourways can differ on each piece. For further information, please access the website link: https://global-standard.org/

How are the prints designed on the beeswax wraps, are they created from scratch, if so, are they naturally dyed or chemically induced?
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Best alternative to plastic!

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