Soy wax is a non-petroleum-based wax, it’s a hydrogenated soybean oil extruded when you freeze soybeans at -30oF. Unlike paraffin wax which uses additives like stearic acid to enhance its quality, Soy wax is naturally of high quality. Soy wax is made from a biodegradable and renewable source that poses no threat to the environment. It can be used to produce … Read more
There are varieties of waxes from which you can produce various candles. These wax types include granulated wax, paraffin wax, palm wax, soy wax, etc (read more about the different wax types in this guide). Each of these wax is known for its peculiar performance properties and qualities. However, Soy wax is an extract from soybeans, it’s 100% natural and has numerous advantages over others. Candles made … Read more
There are many options when it comes to adding a scent to your home. In the past, you didn’t have much choice between a scented candle and potpourri. Nowadays, thankfully, there are lots more options and the ranges are increasing year on year. When you have so many different options, it can be hard to choose what’s best. A … Read more
Store-bought candles are convenient, but they can’t beat how it feels to light a candle that you have made, colored, scented, and poured yourself. These days, more and more people are looking for ways to dye their candles more naturally, especially if they’re using a natural wax like beeswax or soy wax. In this article, we’ll … Read more
Below you will find a free to use fragrance oil and wax calculator that will calculate the perfect amount of wax and fragrance oil for your candles and wax melts. You can use this calculator to find out exactly how much fragrance oil you should use per candle. Along with this the calculator will work … Read more
Whether a candle is cold or burning, a strong scent throw means the scented candles has been well crafted. When we talk about a cold scent through, we mean what an unlit candle smells like i.e., the solid wax. A hot scent throw is the fragrance you can smell when the candle is burning. Both scent throws are different … Read more
If you’re a candle lover, you might have come across a mushrooming candle once or twice. As well as being unsightly, when a candle mushrooms, it can also burn poorly and the end of the wick can fall off, making the candle look alittle dirty. So, what is mushrooming and what causes it? A mushrooming candle is where the … Read more
In candle making, a simple mistake can leave an ugly result. This is because there are many variables in candle making. Although soy wax is popular for its sustainable and comforting glow, if you don’t make them correctly, the soy wax can crack. If this has happened to you before, read on for the causes … Read more
Who doesn’t love a scented candle? The warm glow and lovely aroma wafting around your home is a relaxing experience. Some scented candles can be quite pricey so it goes without saying that you want it to work well every time. There is debate about scented candles needing lids and in this article I will … Read more
There are many ways to add glam and aesthetics to your candle. For example, herbs, glitter, crystals, etc. With the endless list of candle improvements seemingly on the rise, it can be difficult to trust information, especially the ones that appear wrong or conflicting – like, is mica powder safe for candles? Mica powders are … Read more
