How do you make soy candles so fragrant?

Melt the wax in a pan over medium heat or in a microwave-safe container and on high (it only takes 90 seconds in my microwave). 4 cups of soy wax flakes = 2 cups melted wax. When it’s all nice and melted, let it cool just a bit. Then stir in essential oils (about 4 drops per cup of melted wax) to scent the wax.

How do you increase the smell of scent in soy candles?

Here are a few guidelines that we follow to ensure that our candles burn properly and remain highly scented at the same time.

Adding the fragrance oil at the correct temperature.
Using the proper % of fragrance in your soy wax.
Using Fragrance Oil designed for Soy Wax.
Choosing the right wick.

Can you add scent to soy wax?

The 185 degree temperature is the highest degree a fragrance oil can be added to soy wax. Never add a fragrance oil above 185 degrees, regardless of the flash point.

Can you use essential oils in soy candles?

Adding essential oils like lavender or lemongrass can give your soy candles a clean, natural scent. Because soy wax is simple to work with, easy to melt, and easy to clean up, these candles are a great choice for an afternoon project. They also make great gifts for friends and family.

Which candles are better soy or beeswax?

Beeswax candles emit a more natural light that is within the same spectrum of the sun. Therefore, beeswax flames tend to be warmer and brighter than soy candles.

Why do my soy candles not smell?

When using soy wax to craft your candles, a lack of hot throw is just the nature of the wax. However, it could be possible that there was not enough fragrance or scent added to the melted wax.

What soy wax holds the most fragrance?

These are our picks for best throwing soy waxes:

AAK Golden Brands 464. Our favorite wax and longtime best seller. We use 464 for all of our fragrance testing because we found it produces the strongest scent while burning.
AAK Golden Brands 444. Very similar to 464, but with a slightly higher melt point.

What happens if you add too much fragrance to soy wax?

If your fragrance load is too high, the flame can burn off the excess oil that was not able to bind with the wax, creating heavier-than-usual, dark smoke. The maximum fragrance load is rarely needed.

How much essential oil do I use for soy candles?

While undiluted essential oils may throw a strong scent, you’ll need to add quite a bit to soy or beeswax candles. We recommend using 30 to 40 drops of essential oils for a single eight-ounce candle. Remember that soy and beeswax aren’t known for their ability to throw scent.

How do you make homemade candles?

How to Make Homemade Candles. Glue wick to the bottom of container. Melt wax in microwave or double-broiler. Add essential oil of your choice. Pour wax into container. Allow to cool, then trim the wick.

How do you make a candle scent?

Making a Scented Candle from Scratch Gather materials. Set the wick. Measure your wax flakes. Melt the wax. Add scent. Pour the wax into the container. Burn the candle.

Are scented candles making your home toxic?

Phthalates are known endocrine (hormone) disruptors, and have been linked to reproductive and developmental toxicity . Thus, as candles burn and their scent travels through your home, a little dose of phthalates may come along for the ride. Not all synthetic fragrance oils contain phthalates.

How are soy candles created?

How Soy Candles Are Created Source the Soy. The soy that we use at Kristin & Company is 100% sourced from farmers in the U.S. Melt & Mix. The soy flakes are melted then blended with our fine fragrances and mixed thoroughly to ensure beautiful scent throw throughout the life of your candle. Fill Jars. Package Orders and Ship.

How do you make soy candles so fragrant? Melt the wax in a pan over medium heat or in a microwave-safe container and on high (it only takes 90 seconds in my microwave). 4 cups of soy wax flakes = 2 cups melted wax. When it’s all nice and melted, let it cool just a…