Microcrystalline wax used for shoe polish

Microcrystalline wax is a key ingredient in the production of high-quality
shoe polish; it makes the polish easier to apply, ensures a long-lasting
shine, and enhances the leather’s water-repellent and stain-resistant
properties.
It serves the following primary functions in the manufacturing of shoe
polish:
Formulation and stabilisation: Microcrystalline wax has excellent oil-
absorbing properties, enabling it to ‘lock in’ the various oils and
solvents within the shoe polish, forming a uniform and stable paste that
prevents the separation of oils during storage.
Enhancing shine and durability: With its fine crystalline structure, it
generates a shine easily through friction and forms a tough, translucent
protective film on the surface of leather shoes, making them shine more with
each polish. At the same time, this wax film provides effective water and
stain resistance.