Product description

NatureWax C-6 is a wax intended for the production of candles from Cargill. It is made from a blend of soy wax and coconut wax. It is an ecological alternative to the wax used for candle making, which has several advantages. Unlike paraffin, it does not drip, burns twice as long, smokes much less and, in addition, you can clean it using warm water and soap.

The wax is made from soybeans that are GMO, however, GMO is not present in the wax itself (it is measured only in proteins).

The wax adheres very well to glass containers, has a smooth surface and resists freezing (formation of patterns similar to ice crystals on the surface of the candle).

Before you start with the production of candles or scented wax melts, study the manufacturing procedure in detail and test every new combination (whether it is a container, wick, fragrance, colour, or blends of different waxes) on one small candle and perform a burn test. Only when the burn result is fully satisfactory should you start producing candles in larger quantities. This way you will avoid unnecessary disappointment and degradation of a large amount of material.

How to melt the wax: We recommend melting the wax and keeping it warm at a temperature of around 70 °C. Continuous stirring during melting is important to prevent it from scorching. Just before the wax is completely melted, it is recommended to reduce the heating power. Avoid prolonged heating of the wax above 90 °C.

How to colour the wax: If you want to colour the wax using special candle dyes, we recommend temporarily increasing the temperature of the wax so that the dyes dissolve and disperse properly. Ideally, mix the dye with a small amount of wax, which is heated to 85 - 90 °C and mixed well. This coloured part is then mixed into the cooler wax, heated to 45 - 60 °C; again, take care to mix thoroughly and work the dye into the wax. The dye must be evenly dispersed.

How to add fragrances: You can add fragrance to the candles by using essential oils or fragrance oils, or a combination of them. Before using the fragrances themselves, verify that they are fully soluble in oils (all fragrances from our range can be used in candles and are oil soluble). The amount depends on the type of fragrance used. In general, fragrance oils are much more concentrated and therefore a smaller amount is sufficient compared to essential oils. Fragrance oils are ready-made fragrance compositions, whereas essential oils are pure single-note fragrances which we recommend blending to achieve an ideal result. You can read more about the difference between fragrance oils and essential oils in the articles Fragrance oils and Essential oils. We do not recommend adding more than 8 - 10 % of fragrance components. Fragrance components are ideally added at a temperature of around 65 °C.

How to choose the right wick: The optimal wick size depends on the dimensions of the container used. In general, containers with a larger diameter require a stronger wick or the use of more than one wick. In addition, blends of vegetable waxes have a much higher viscosity than paraffin waxes and therefore need stronger burning wicks. We strongly emphasise that the combination of each wick, container and wax must be properly tested before you start candle production. Since wick burning is influenced, apart from the diameter of the container and the type of wax used, also by the type and amount of added dyes, we cannot guarantee correct and trouble-free burning for every combination. The final wick selection should always be confirmed by individual testing by the customer. We recommend performing the first test only with pure wax and, if you are satisfied with the burn results, gradually adding various concentrations of fragrances and dyes. It is also very useful to store the individual samples for a certain period of time so that you can return to the individual combinations later.

Pouring the wax: We recommend pouring the melted and heated wax, supplemented with the desired fragrances and colours, at a temperature of 45 - 60 °C into preheated containers. The exact pouring temperature of the wax must be adapted to the room temperature and also to whether you preheat the candle containers or not. However, the time during which the wax is heated to a higher temperature should be minimised – this will prevent the loss of the top notes of your fragrances as well as the formation of cracks and cavities during cooling.

Cooling the wax: After pouring the wax into the container with the wick, it must be left to cool down gradually. Rapid cooling can cause the formation of cracks and cavities. Leave the candle to stand for at least 24 hours before its first lighting. If a crack or small cavity (the centre sinks) forms on the surface of the candle, finish the candle by pouring a small amount of melted wax onto the surface or by heating the surface of the candle using a heat gun

Do you know why vegetable wax is a better alternative, how to make a natural candle and what its benefits are? Visit our blog and learn more: Candle making

More detailed information on the quality of the product can be found in the certificate, which we update with each new batch.

All supplied raw materials are of cosmetic grade, not suitable for internal use. Use appropriate protective equipment when handling.