Is beeswax or coconut wax better for candles?

The benefits of beeswax:

Helps firm up the candles, as coconut wax is naturally softer. Considered the healthiest wax to make candles from because they are smokeless and soot-free. Beeswax candles helps purify the air as they burn. It's naturally sourced, just like coconut wax, allowing for an entirely natural candle.

What is the best wax to use when making candles?

Paraffin wax is the most common candle wax out there. And it's for a good reason. Paraffin wax offers lots of advantages, making it a pretty reliable candle wax. For example, paraffin wax can hold a lot of fragrance, casting stronger scents and throwing it farther across a room.

Is coconut wax good for candle making?

Coconut wax is a colorless and odorless wax made from cold-pressed coconut meat or coconut oil mixed with soy wax. It is considered as one of the best and healthiest types of wax to make candles because it doesn't produce as much soot as the other types of wax.

What type of candle wax holds the most fragrance?

Paraffin wax

Very soft wax that holds the most fragrance of any of the paraffin waxes we carry. Excellent cold and hot throw.

How can I make my candles smell stronger?

Candle Making | Candle Wax | Soy, Paraffin, Coconut and Beeswax

Is beeswax good for scented candles?

Beeswax candles release negative ions when burned, eliminating dust, mold, and unpleasant odors. This is particularly helpful for those with allergies, asthma, and hay fever. On its own, beeswax has a lot of natural relaxation properties. Its mildly sweet honey scent complements any fragrance blended into it.

Does coconut wax smell like coconut?

A common question I get asked is “does coconut wax smell like coconuts”? The answer is, no. It's all about how the oil is converted to wax form. Since coconut oil has a tendency to melt at room temperatures, it does not qualify as a wax.

Can you mix coconut wax with beeswax?

We recommend a mix that's roughly 75% beeswax and 25% organic coconut oil. Mixing the beeswax with coconut oil helps the candle solidify at a more even temperature and reduces the likelihood of center collapse, although it can still happen.

Can I use wood wicks in coconut wax?

Using coconut wax was the best choice for us (see why below), and through trial and error we have found the best fragrance oils that have wonderful hot and cold throws. Discovering wooden wicks was an extra bonus! You will love the crackling sound they emit!

Are beeswax candles better?

Brighter, Longer Burn

Because beeswax has a higher melting point than other waxes, it emits the brightest, most warm-toned flame. Beeswax candles also last longer than most other candles. Because it is so dense (0.958), it burns slower and drips less, and many consider beeswax candles to be drip free.

What type of wax does Yankee candle use?

Yankee candles are made from paraffin wax, as well as essential oils for fragrance and cotton for the wicks.

What wicks work best with coconut wax?

HPSP wicks are a great solution for working with coconut wax. These wicks designed to burn more slowly than other types of wicks, which makes them the perfect pair for coconut waxes and blends, such as Ceda Serica® and EC 26 (coconut-soy wax).

What temperature do you add fragrance to coconut soy wax?

Cool the melted wax down to 185° or below to add fragrance/essential oil/dyes. If you add the fragrance/essential oil when the wax is too hot you will just start burning off your scent. The more you can allow it to cool before adding the scent/essential oil, the better your finished candle will smell.

Which wax works best with wooden wicks?

Soy wax is actually the best type of candle wax to use with wood wicks! It is often recommended to use soy wax with wood wicks by candle suppliers too. And to create the best amount crackle you'll want to choose a fragrance load between 6 and 8 percent.

How much coconut oil should I put in my beeswax candles?

After varying levels of success, I settled on working with 8 ounces of beeswax and 8 ounces of coconut oil (8 ounces = 1 cup). The key to good consistency is a 50/50 beeswax/coconut oil mixture. And make sure there is room at the top of the jar so the wax doesn't overflow when you pour it in.

How much essential oil do you put in a coconut wax candle?

The scent of the candle! Our general recommendation for a coconut wax blend is 1 to 1.5 ounce of P&J Fragrance Oil per pound of wax.

Are coconut and beeswax candles safe?

Although they have a few drawbacks, coconut wax candles are an excellent sustainable and non-toxic alternative to paraffin wax. When coconut oil is added to soy or beeswax, it can help provide an extra smooth and even burn.

Can I mix soy wax and coconut wax?

Currently, all coconut waxes tend to be blended with soy wax to help increase the melt point. Coconut wax can be very soft, so it can also cause trouble with melting in the summer.

Can I use coconut oil instead of beeswax?

Since carnauba wax is much harder than beeswax, we recommend replacing the required amount of beeswax with a mix of half carnauba wax, half soft plant oil (such as coconut oil).

How do you make beeswax candles smell stronger?

How Much Essential Oil Do You Put In Beeswax Candles? As a rule of thumb, you will need at least 60 drops of essential oils for every 4 ounces of wax blend. You can use more, though. For a stronger scent use 2 teaspoons of essential oils in a 4 ounce candle.

What are the cleanest burning candles?

Are beeswax candles toxic?

Beeswax candles (like ours!) trump all other candles for their many and varied health benefits. Firstly as they are all natural, there are no toxic byproducts created when burned.

Can you use eco wicks for coconut soy wax?

ECO wicks typically work best in soy waxes and lower melt point paraffin waxes. Our ECO wicks are primed with a natural wax coating, making them perfect for use in natural soy candles.