A Message From The Founder
"I created Wax Project because I couldn’t ignore what we're leaving behind every time we go surf.
Surf wax is made from petroleum, the same stuff used to make plastic and gasoline! And every time we paddle out, bits of wax rub off, onto our skin and into the ocean.
That didn’t sit right with me, so I made a natural, non-toxic alternative that has all the same grip while reducing the use of petroleum by 80%. To make an even bigger impact, I'm picking up 1 piece of trash for every follow and purchase."
-Cole
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your wax made from?
Wax Project is made from natural, non-toxic ingredients. We focus on plant-based components (soy and coconut wax) combined with natural mineral oils. We reduce the use of paraffin wax by 80% to still give you the grip you need while reducing what gets left behind in the ocean.
What type of packaging do you use?
Our packaging is made from recycled materials and designed to minimize waste. We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact by choosing materials that give existing resources a second life, instead of creating new plastic.
What is paraffin?
Paraffin is a petroleum-based wax made from refined crude oil, the same source used to make things like gasoline and plastic. It’s the primary ingredient in most traditional surf wax. Wax Project reduces this impact by 80%.
Does it work as well as traditional surf wax?
Yes, that was non-negotiable. Wax Project is designed to give you the same reliable grip and feel you expect. If it didn’t perform, we wouldn’t make it.
Why does surf wax matter for the environment?
Most surf wax is made from paraffin which rub off your board every time you surf. Over time, that adds up. Wax Project was created to reduce that impact by 80% and give surfers a better option with the same reliable grip.
How does the 1 follow = 1 piece of trash work?
For every follow and every purchase, we commit to removing one piece of trash from beaches and oceans. It’s a simple way to turn this into something bigger than just a product and hold ourselves accountable to making a real impact.
I’m on a mission to pick up 1 MILLION pieces of trash!
85 Tons of surf wax end up in the ocean every year. That's the equivalent to a fully loaded airplane or 17 fully grown elephants! By switching to Wax Project, you're making an impact to reduce the pollution in our oceans and with your support, we can clean up our beaches and coasts worldwide.
