Candle Making 101: How to Select the Right Wax for Making Candles, Wax Melts & Tarts

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The perfect candle, wax melt, or tart starts by choosing the right wax. Do you need paraffin or soy? Or maybe a wax blend would elevate your project? In this video, we show you how to choose a wax for optimal results, no matter your project.
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@sprinkles_091 5 ай бұрын

...your camera is very pretty, i can see everything so clearly. I appreciate it with bad eyes💖

@ladylullaby190 Ай бұрын

This ended up being more informational and helpful about the candle making process. I feel like I had gotten more out of this video than the small business videos I researched.

@berthamatchuka4782 6 ай бұрын

You know how to present❤

@YourgirlFaithy 2 ай бұрын

So I could I use soy wax for container candles and add dye and fragrance? And could I use paraffin wax for the other candle?

@zeenuhhxx 8 ай бұрын

I'm using 464 soy wax but still struggle with slightly uneven tops/craters. I've heated to 185, and tested the pour at 120, 130, 150, and 170. 170 seems to be best for some reason (not sure if high altitude dry climate has something to do with it). I just want a smooth pour...which I'm sure everyone wants but I just wonder what I'm missing here :x I'm wondering if it's my fragrance oil (haven't tried a pour without it yet), only using one teaspoon for an 8oz jar

@debbiebillman6262 24 күн бұрын

What type of wax candle is best for painting on the candle?

@user-zj1tw8qp4l 7 ай бұрын

Truly enjoyed your explanation of different waxes! Very interesting. Will love to subscribe! Also wax melts are my preferred! Candles just don't do it for me! The smell of the wick is all that leaves an odor! Again I am subscribed and thank you for your explanation!!! 😊❤

@candlescience 7 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! Wax melts are a great way to scent a space without worrying about the flame of a candle, it's no wonder they are so popular. 🧡

@stephanieroxss Жыл бұрын

Can I use blended pillar wax bw 921 for a container candle? What will happen?

@candlescience Жыл бұрын

Because the BW 921 is a pillar wax and pillar waxes are meant to shrink, if you pour it into a jar it will shrink away from the sides of the jar and rattle around a bit. You can try doing a second pour to fill in the gaps but it still may not burn well in a container.

@darlishytv4157 9 ай бұрын

Can I mix accu-soy10 to IGI 4627 to get good Hot throw?

@candlescience 9 ай бұрын

I haven't done much testing with Accu-Soy10 but you can blend soy and paraffin container waxes for sure! You could start testing with a 50/50 blend but this can sometimes make wicking a bit more difficult so I like to favor one wax over the other and adjust from there.

@fatimahqf8861 9 ай бұрын

Can you explain about palm wax? It is can use for wax scent or candle?

@candlescience 9 ай бұрын

It can be used to make scented candles, yes! I wouldn't be able to provide instructions unfortunately, because due to sustainability issues, we no longer carry it. You can find some more information here: www.candlescience.com/learning/the-problem-with-palm-wax/

@fatimahqf8861 9 ай бұрын

@@candlescience thanks! 👍

@devilnotinu2303 8 ай бұрын

For silicon rose mold what wax must i mix??

@candlescience 8 ай бұрын

For intricate or delicate molds I like the IGI 6028 or beeswax but you can see all the waxes good for molds here: www.candlescience.com/learning/wax-guide/

@vrdubb0221 Жыл бұрын

Is it ok to use pillar wax in containers?

@candlescience Жыл бұрын

Pillar waxes are meant to shrink a bit as they cool so they release well from molds. If you pour pillar wax into a jar it will likely shrink away from the sides and become loose. You could try a few more pours of wax to fill it in but by nature pillar wax is not meant to adhere well to containers.

@vrdubb0221 Жыл бұрын

@@candlescience got it, but from a scent performance aspect it still ok?

@prettyofficialbthony1602 Жыл бұрын

What about the BW 910 paraffin wax

@candlescience Жыл бұрын

The BW 910 is a great container wax and is a blend of paraffin and soy waxes! For more information on how it looks and performs, check out the Lab Notes here: www.candlescience.com/lab-notes-blended-waxes-paraffin-soy-wax-bw-910/

@prettyofficialbthony1602 Жыл бұрын

@@candlescience thanks

@ZainabIbrahim-gt2nb 9 күн бұрын

Please I need your help I want to start a candle business I'm in Nigeria and live in Nigeria

@candlescience 4 күн бұрын

Hi! Unfortunately, we are currently only able to ship within the US and Canada. I'm so sorry! But we do provide a lot of information on making and selling candles on the website that might be helpful! www.candlescience.com/learning/