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How To Make Soy Candles

How To Make Soy Candles

In this guide, you'll learn how to make your own soy candles! This will show you the entire process from start to finish. We use soy wax often because it offers a long burn time and cleans up easily with just hot water and soap.

Making scented candles will require the following:

  • A double boiler
  • Spatula
  • Paper towels
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Scissors

Step by step directions:

When making candles, you'll need access to a flat surface like a tabletop for several hours as they cool down.

 Step 1: Melt the wax

Pour 1 lb of soy wax into the double boiler, then heat.

Step 2: Prep candle jars

While the wax melts, clean the candle jars with the rubbing alcohol and paper towels. This prevents any issues with wicking or debris.

Center and attach a wick to each jar with a sticker.

Step 3: Add candle dye and fragrance oil to wax

If dying, add half of a dye block to the wax and stir once fully melted.

Once the dye is fully incorporated, check the wax temperature using a thermometer. When the wax reaches 185°F (or 85°C), turn off the heat, and add the fragrance oil. Pour in 1 oz (28 g) bottle of fragrance oil of your choice, roughly a 7% fragrance load. Carefully stir for 2 minutes to ensure that the oil is completely mixed with the wax.

Step 4: Pour wax into candle jars

When the wax cools to 135°F (57.2°C), pour the wax into the jars. To keep the wicks straight, use a wick bar.

Let the wax cool undisturbed at room temperature until fully set.

Step 5: Trim & enjoy!

When the candles are set, remove the wick bars and trim the wicks to 1/4 in. (6 mm).

That's it! Making soy candles is that easy!

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