Product description

NatureWax C-3 soy wax is a natural soy wax. It is an ecological alternative to the wax used for candle making, which has several advantages. Unlike paraffin, it does not drip, it burns twice as long, produces much less smoke, and in addition you can clean it with warm water and soap. It does not create so-called frosting and wet spots, after solidification it is uniform. The wax is made from soybeans that are GMO, however in the wax itself GMO is not present (it is detected only in the proteins). It melts already at a temperature of 45 - 49 °C, so in very hot weather it may be softer. 

Before you start making candles or wax melts, study the manufacturing procedure in detail and test every new combination (whether the container, wick, fragrance, dye, or blends of various 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 will prevent unnecessary disappointment and the devaluation of a large amount of material.

How to melt the wax: We recommend melting the wax and keeping it warm at a temperature 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 heating the wax above 90 °C for a longer time.

How to color the wax: If you want to color the wax using special candle dyes, we recommend briefly 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 stirred well. Then this colored portion is mixed into the cooler wax, heated to 45 - 60 °C, again taking care to thoroughly disperse and incorporate the dye into the wax. The dye must be evenly distributed.

How to add fragrances: You can add fragrance to the candles by using essential oils or fragrance oils, or a combination of both. Before using the fragrances themselves, check that they are fully soluble in oils (all fragrances from our range can be used in candles and are soluble in oils). 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, while essential oils are pure single-note scents that we recommend blending to achieve the 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 fragrant components. It is ideal to add the fragrant components at a temperature 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 need 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 require stronger burning wicks. We strongly point out that every combination of wick, container and wax must be properly tested before you start making candles. Since the burning of the wick is influenced, in addition to 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 choice of wick should always be confirmed by individual testing by the customer. We recommend carrying out the first test only with pure wax and, if you are satisfied with the burning results, gradually adding various concentrations of fragrances and dyes. It is also very useful to keep 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 colors, at a temperature of 45 - 60 °C into preheated containers. The specific 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 minimized – this will prevent the loss of the top notes of your fragrances and also 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 lighting it for the first time. If a crack or small cavity forms on the surface of the candle (the middle sinks), finish the candle by pouring a small amount of melted wax onto the surface or by heating the surface of the candle with a hot air 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 about the quality of the product can be found in the certificate, which we update with every new batch.

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