There are 4 elements that will affect the outcome of your candle making, type of wax, melting temperature, pouring temperature and any additional ingredients. The most common types of waxes in use are beeswax, soy wax, paraffin wax and gel wax. Gel wax is of course not a true wax. Sometimes waxes are blended to achieve optimal results, it really does depend on what you are trying to achieve with your final result.
Now lets take a look at temperature which is a vital element in the candle making process and for this you really do need the thermometer. You will create problems for yourself if you do not melt and pour the wax at the correct temperature. Most quality waxes will come with this information but a common rule-of-thumb when dealing with most waxes is to pour at 175 – 180 F and DO NOT ever heat your wax over 200 F. Of course this does not include gel wax which is a whole another ball game.
Additives are ingredients you use to enhance the appearance and performance of your candles. They are mostly added to your wax before pouring and they can affect the outcome of your candles. Of course the most common ones in use are dyes, fragrance oils and essential oils.
Of course when starting out with your candle making a good thing to do is to make test candles, take lots of notes and then practice what you've learned until you become skilled at what your doing.
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