Candle Wax
In the art of candle making, the candle wax is probably the most important ingredient. That is obviously apart
from the love of creating little works of art.
Paraffin Wax
Paraffin wax is nowadays the most common and the cheapest candle wax used in candle making. It is available in
many shapes (by these I mean chunks, blocks, squares and even flakes) and can be purchased by weight. It is
usually sold in its pure, bluish-white color, which renders it an excellent wax if you want to make color the
expression of your artistic flair. It is to this end that small colored paraffin wax chunks can be melted and
molded to make a multi-colored 'chunk' or 'block' candle.
Beeswax
Beeswax can be purchased in various forms as well. It is available in blocks or sheets, colored or natural, flat
or honeycombed, scented and unscented.
Just think of how fulfilling it can be to roll your own beeswax candles. It is a very simple
process and thus presents you with an economical way to enjoy the qualities of this otherwise more expensive
natural candle. These rolled beeswax candles can make excellent gifts: for small occasions and housewarming
gifts.
Soy Wax
Yet another type of candle wax: Soy wax and other vegetable-based natural waxes can be purchased in various
forms. They are available in flakes by the pound and involve a bit more work in terms of finishing than that
required for paraffin wax. Due to soy candle wax being very gel-like you could add palm wax to the soy wax to
enhance rigidity and still enjoy an all-natural product. What is further a factor to consider is that soy wax is
significantly less cost intensive than beeswax.
What ever your choice of candle wax always keep in mind that candle waxes have different melting
and congealing points - This is important to consider in making different types of candles. You also do not have
to struggle when making a choice since there are currently many instruction guides and books available to help
in choosing the right candle wax and with melting and pouring techniques. Candle wax is widely available on
wholesale candle and candle making supplies sites.