Wax

Wax on paper towel roll

Appearance
Hardened, has a waxy sheen. The rolls are attached and hold a bent shape.

Physical Changes
Off white/cream
The separated layers of towels are visible adding more texture and interior surface
Heavier

Utility
Can by used to adhere materials
Can be absorbed into an object that is porous
Holds its shape
Can add an irregular sheen to a soft surface

Wax on Silk

Appearance
Has a waxy sheen. The wrinkles are held in place. The object is malleable (the fabric can be pulled and stretched under the wax). where is flaking and cloudiness on the fabric ehere the wax has been pulled

Physical Changes
Waxy sheen, flakiness and cloudiness
Holds its shape
The texture is now smooth to the touch and crumbly in parts
A bit fragile in areas where wax is applies thinly

Utility
Can by used to adhere materials
Can be absorbed into an object that is porous
Holds its shape (e.g wrinkles, crevices.
Can add an irregular sheen to a soft surface

Wax on hair

Appearance
Wispy, almost like a tale. Some beads and chunks of wax present.

Physical Changes
Keeps hair together as unit
Has a natural way it wants to bend

Utility
Can by used to adhere materials
Can be absorbed into an object that is porous