How to Make Soy Candles With Essential Oils

If you have ever wondered how to make soy candles with essential oils read on! It really isn't as difficult as you might think! Soy candles have become increasingly popular over recent years. Until recently, most candles were made from paraffin wax with the natural alternatives such as beeswax seen as being less exciting and interesting. The tables are turning, however, and more and more people are interested in alternatives to paraffin wax and are seeking out vegetable based alternatives such as soy wax candles.

Lavender essential oil is perfect for soy candles.

There are many reasons why soy wax has become so popular. These include the fact that soy beans are a sustainable resource and therefore the creation of soy wax candles is seen as a process that does limited harm to the environment. They are also clean burning which means that they do not release harmful carbons into the air. Add to this the fact that soy candles are long lasting and economical to buy and the reason behind their popularity becomes apparent.

Many candle makers like to make soy candles. This is because soy wax is simple to work with and easy to clean up. Any candle maker who has spent hours cleaning equipment after using traditional waxes will soon appreciate what a benefit this is!

Soy wax can be melted in the microwave making it ideal for home use. It is also perfect for use in a double boiler. As with all forms of candle making it is important to ensure that the equipment is clean before starting so that no dust or dirt is introduced to the candle that might result in it burning incorrectly. Most soy candles are made in containers as soy wax is better suited to this type of candle making. Before starting, ensure that this too is scrupulously clean.

Before making any type of candle, it is important to make sure that there is plenty of free work space and that young children or pets cannot come into contact with the hot wax. Basic safe candle making procedures should be employed.

Materials

• 16 oz soy wax
• 1 oz essential oil
• 1 suitable container
• 1 wick

Equipment

• Melting jug suitable for use in a microwave
• Large spoon

How to make soy candles with essential oils:

1. Put a wick into a container. Add a dab of glue to the base of the wick to hold it into place if required.
2. Melt the soy wax carefully in the microwave. Use a slow setting and stir the wax at regular intervals to ensure that the heat is evenly dispersed.
3. When the wax is melted, add the essential oils and ensure that this is well mixed throughout the wax.
4. Carefully pour the wax into the container. Readjust the wick if required.
5. Leave to one side to cool and set solid.

See Container Candle Making Instructions for more information about making container candles.

Essential oils are natural fragrance oils. They are created by taking natural leaves, fruit and flowers and distilling these to collect their oils. This is a very pure form of fragrance and ideal for adding to soy wax. Essential oils can be blended to create custom fragrances and this is a lovely way to create unique and interesting candles.

Essential oils are beautiful fragrances, however they are also costly and sometimes an essential oil may be too weak to give a good scent in a candle. Synthetically produced fragrances are a good alternative and many of these have been specifically designed for candles and have a good and strong fragrance. These fragrances are available in a range of different styles and some closely mimic natural essential oils. Other fragrances are more unusual and include baby powder and chocolate – perfect for a candle with a difference!

A candle making supply store will be able to give more information about the best types of fragrance to use with a particular brand of soy wax, as well as answering any specific questions. Many candle supply stores hold special soy candle making supplies.

Soy wax and essential oils are a beautiful combination and knowing how to make soy candles with essential oils will make creating these beautiful candles a cinch!

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