The wax is the most important part of candle making. Making the perfect candle starts with selecting the wax. There are several materials from which candle making wax is made. Each of these materials is different in the candles they produce, their burning characteristics and also how they hold fragrance.
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The most common option is paraffin wax. Paraffin wax is easily available and is inexpensive. Best suited for making pillar candles, paraffin wax is generally not used to make candles of other shapes.
Candle wax can also be obtained from plant material. Soy wax is the most popular of such waxes. Soy wax is made by hydrogenating oils from soy beans. Soy wax is easily available in United States as most of world’s produce comes from plantations here, mostly in Indiana, Iowa and Illinois. Palm is another plant material out of which wax is made.
Among waxes obtained from animal material, beeswax is the most popular. Beeswax, obtained from the hives of honeybees, has been used for centuries now. It is tough and results in sturdy candles. It can be colored easily and it comes in yellow and white colors. It burns clean and is eco friendly. Though expensive, candle makers get hooked to using it.
Gel wax is the latest entrant to a long list of waxes. It is the best suited to make candles of different shapes and colors. Also since the material is transparent, colorful decorations can be inserted into it and make it look they are floating. When it comes to making beautiful and fancy candles, gels are your preferred choice.
Candle making is a fun filled activity and gives the perfect scope for expressing your creativity. The possibilities for shape, size, color and even fragrance are endless. It is easy, does not take much time and is an inexpensive hobby that can be turned into a profitable business.
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