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What Type of Wax Should I Use?
One of the first questions candle makers face is: What type of wax should I use? The choice matters because...
How to Work Out Wax and Fragrance Oil for Your Candle Jar
Making candles gets a lot easier once you know the quick way to calculate how much wax and fragrance oil...
How to Calculate Fragrance Oil for Wax (So Easy Anyone Can Do It)
If you’ve ever wondered “How much fragrance oil do I put in my candle wax?” — you’re not alone. The good...
What is IFRA and Why Does It Matter for Candle and Soap Makers?
What is IFRA? IFRA stands for the International Fragrance Association, founded in 1973 in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the global...
Finding the Sweet Spot: When and How Much Fragrance Oil to Add
Let’s be real: a candle without a strong hot and cold throw just isn’t doing its job. Whether you’re aiming...
How Do I Troubleshoot Weak Scent Throw or Weak Burning Performance?
Every candle maker eventually runs into a common frustration: candles that don’t smell strong enough or don’t burn as well...
How to Fix Rough or Cracked Candle Tops
If you’ve ever poured a candle only to find the surface rough, uneven, or even cracked, you’re not alone. This...
How Long Should I Let My Candle Cure Before Burning It?
If you’ve ever poured a batch of candles and felt the urge to light one straight away, you’re not alone....
