“Scented Soy Candles”

Frequently Asked Questions

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Soy Wax Candle Burning Problems

Problems Causes Solutions

My poured molded soy candles splatter while burning.

When the soy wax is cooling air pockets can form in the heat, later they will expand as a result of the heat and cause splattering.

Use a fine piece of wire, or very thin wooden dowel to pierce the soy candle wax around the candle wick, this fills any air pockets. Repeat the process if problem continues.

My soy candle smokes when burning.


 When your wick is to thick, the candle wax melts quicker than it can be consumed, causing the candle wick to start to burn. If this is not the cause, refer to troubleshooting in my scented soy candle book, tips, tricks, and techniques.

Test using a thinner candle wick.
My soy candle wax is running over the sides.

If your candle wick is to thin, the wax pool will not be consumed, causing wax to drip and overflow the sides of your soy candles.

Try using a thicker candle wick.
My candle wax is burning itself out.

Is your candlewick to short? Check the length of the candlewick. If you are trimming shorter than 1/4 “, the flame can be extinguished when the soy wax pools around the candlewick before it is consumed.


 Cut your candlewick 1/4 inch in length.

I would suggest that you check the length of your candlewick. Is it to short?  If you are trimming the wick  shorter than 1/4 inch, the flame can be extinguished by the melting soy wax as it pools around the candle.

Soy Wax Candles Surface Problems

Problems Causes Solutions

Why do my candles have pit marks?

The mold might have been dirty, The mold might have been moist.

The wax may have been poured into the mold too quickly.

Clean molds before use.                      Keep water out of the mold, and wax.                                                        

Pour wax slowly into molds.
The top of my soy candle is rough. What happened? Your wax was poured at the incorrect temperature. (Normally too hot.) Pour at the manufacturers recommended temperature.



   
     

Soy Candle Mold Problems

Problems Causes Solutions

Help, my soy candles are stuck in the mold.

Type: molded/poured candles

The candle mold was not completely filled.

Candle mold release was not used.


  Mold release spray was not used. Click here to buy. If should always be used on new molds. If it still sticks and it is  completely cured, place it in the freezer to shrink the soy candle wax. Then try tapping it gently to loosen.
Should I heat my candle molds or candle containers before pouring the candle wax?  It is not necessary. It is recommended to ensure higher quality.
     
     

Scented Soy Candle Problems

Problems Causes Solutions

Help, my soy candles are turning a yellowish color when I make them. What am I doing wrong?


Your soy candle wax has burned.

If you keep melting soy candle wax in a liquid form over 150° F for extended periods of time, the candle wax burns.


Use a candle wax thermometer, and carefully monitor temperature of the melting wax. Immediately add soy candle wax dye when the manufacturer’s recommended temperature is reached, stir the dye in, and remove the soy wax before it burns.

My wax is not burning out to the edges of the candle container. What did I do wrong?


The candle wick selected is to small. Check the size of the wick to be used for the container chosen. Rewick the candle, and test your results.



   



   

General Questions About How To Make Soy Candles  

Questions Answers
Can I microwave soy wax to make candles? Yes, but we do not recommend it.
Can I make novelty candles using soy candle wax? No.
Can I make taper candles using soy wax? No.
   
Can you make pillar candles using soy wax? You must purchase a soy candle wax specifically designed to make pillar candles. It will not be all natural, because it will have to have som form of hardener.
Is it possible to mix

Can I mix different fragrances to achieve different aromas?

Yes! Let your creative juices flow…the only limit is your imagination.

 

    

 

    

 

  

 

    

 

    

 

    

 

    

 

    

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