Soy Candle Making Supplies
Most people are now into environmental awareness. As a result, an increasing number of candle enthusiasts are becoming picky about the type of candle they use. Using a natural candle is becoming increasingly popular nowadays. Soy candles are made from soy wax and hydrogenated soybean oil. Soy wax is more cost-effective than beeswax and as an alternative to paraffin wax.
Making soy candles will save you money while also being environmentally friendly. If you are into making soy candles, you can easily find the supplies in craft stores. Soy candle making supplies are available in bulk or at wholesale prices.
Candle-making kits are also available for starters. Kits may contain candle wax, wooden spoons, a wax cutter, a large pot, a thermometer, measuring tools, and candle wicks. Getting a soy candle-making kit is a good start for those just starting with this hobby. Aside from those supplies mentioned, the best soy-making kit should include five different fragrance oils and three liquid dyes.
Candle Wax
The candle wax used for your soy candle is soy wax.
Fragrance oils
Fragrance oils come in a variety of flavors. I recommend using pure essential oils because they are both natural and non-toxic. Aromatherapy uses soy candles mixed with pure essential oils to calm the mind, body, and spirit.
If you want your candle to have a flowery scent, you can use a rose or lavender oil instead. You can also choose an apple, pear, melon, grape, or cherry scent if you need to make soy candles with a fruity aroma. Others may prefer to scent their candles with food scents. Perhaps different berries, such as blueberry, cranberry, or raspberry, other perfumes from food can include cobbler, butter, pie, and the aroma of cookies. These scents give your candles a sugary sweet fragrance.
Some fragrance oils may be beneficial to you as well. Sage oil, for example, possesses antimicrobial and antifungal properties.
Candle dyes
We can purchase these at most candle supply stores. You can choose from a wide range of colors, just like fragrances. We can also blend the color of your candle with the scent of your choice. Here are some examples of colors that can be associated with perfumes.
Yellow
This color can be associated with a variety of fragrances. Lemon, orange, and melon are some of the most popular scents.
Brown
If you prefer this color, you can use a honey or cinnamon scent.
Blue
We associate blueberry and plum with this color.
Lavender
Of course, we can use a lavender scent for this color. You can also use a grape fragrance.
White or natural.
If you don’t want to color your soap, you can use a vanilla scent instead.
Soy Candle Container or Mold
Molds are vital to your candle-making supplies since they are what you pour the melted wax into. They come in a wide range of sizes, styles, and shapes. Although tin and plastic containers are preferable, a jar is the most popular container for soy and gel candles. You can play with the designs of your candles by putting them in the shapes of swans, the moon, or whatever else your imagination dictates. When lit, a moon-shaped candle creates the illusion of a moon glow vista.
Wick and Wick tabs
Wicks will be the core of your candle. That is why finding high-quality wicks is preferable. Wick tabs are also advisable for beginners. These will hold the wick in place and serve as the candle’s base.
These materials are readily available at our local craft stores. They’re also available to purchase online. However, shipping your products or kits usually costs a few dollars extra. Once you get all the supplies you need, it is easy to make soy candles. Of course, you have to know and practice safety precautions. When heating your wax, use caution because hot wax can cause skin burns.
We can use soy candles as gifts for friends and loved ones. Aside from presents, soy candles are also perfect centerpieces for your table on Christmas Eve. But the best part about making your soy candles is that you can have a supply of soy candles all year round. Remember that soy candles are non-toxic and friendly to the environment.
