Did you know that candles are made from different types and types of wax? Many kinds of wax can be used in candles. They come from many different sources and can be put into containers or made into different sizes and shapes by hand. Wax is used to fuel your scented Candles. When it melts, it evaporates leaving behind an exquisitely designed scent in your home.
There are many types and varieties of wax that you need to understand. This makes it difficult to pinpoint the right candle wax. There are many reasons why one type of wax may be more appropriate than another. Here are some examples of different types of candle wax. They also include information about their advantages and disadvantages.
Paraffin Wax
Paraffin wax has been the most used candle wax. It’s not surprising. Paraffin wax is highly reliable candle wax, thanks to many of its advantages. Paraffin wax can store a lot of fragrance, making it a more effective candle wax. It also casts stronger scents and throws them farther away from the room. Paraffin can also be available in various grades, depending on its melting temperature and oil content. It can be made into any shape you like, from large pillar candles to narrow tapered candles to small origami-sized animals. Paraffin can also be used to make glass and tin containers. Another reason why paraffin wax is so popular for creating candles is that it’s affordable.
Soy Wax
Comparing soybean oil to paraffin butter will reveal several differences. Paraffin wax is more crystallized and dense than soy, while paraffin wax is much larger. Paraffin wax on the other side is harder and more brittle. Soy is softer and more flexible. This provides one important advantage: higher melting points and a slower burn time. While soybean wax burns 50 per cent longer than paraffin (depending on factors like candle size and height), soy wax can last up to half as long.
Soy wax is much healthier than paraffin. It emits very little soot and is free of toxins. Soya wax, a byproduct from soybeans (not raw oil), is a healthier alternative to wax. A soy wax candle is safer for your home and pets. It’s also more sustainable for the Earth.
Beeswax
Beeswax Another type of candle wax has existed for thousands of decades, going back as far as the Egyptian era. Like soy, beeswax has a long history of sustainability and is very eco-friendly. A beeswax candle can even give off a hint of sweetness, as it is made from honeycombs from bees. Beeswax does not produce paraffin. Instead, it produces ions. These ions are thought to purify and clean the air. Beeswax contains a hard wax substance that can be used for shaping pillar candles.
Coconut Wax
Coconut wax, a relatively new wax type, is made from coconuts. Coconuts can be harvested from coconuts and are considered a sustainable crop. Coconut wax has a strong fragrance, which makes it an ideal substitute for paraffin. Or at least, a way you can make a blend. Coconut wax can also retain colour quite well, making them a great choice for decorative candles to match your home’s colour scheme.
Rapeseed Wax
Rapeseed oils, also known as canola oil, are the newest additions to the candle market. Rapeseed is a yellow flower that is made from cabbage and other mustard-like plants.
Wax Blends
Wax mixes offer the best combination of both. Many candle makers and candle brand owners prefer to use two or more types of wax to create their custom blends.
