Description
Create your own scented candles at home with customizable fragrances and natural ingredients for a personal touch.
Ingredients
- Wax (soy, paraffin, or beeswax)
- Candle wicks
- Essential oils or fragrance oils
- Candle dye (optional)
- Containers (glass jars, tins, or molds)
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
- Stirring utensil (wooden stick or spoon)
- Thermometer
- Scissors
Instructions
- Choose a clean, flat surface for your candle-making project. Gather all materials to ensure you have everything within reach.
- Measure the wax according to the size of your containers (use approximately 2 times the amount of wax as the container’s volume).
- Heat the wax using a double boiler method or a microwave. If using the microwave, heat in short bursts (30 seconds) until fully melted.
- Use the thermometer to check the wax temperature; it should be around 170-180°F (77-82°C).
- Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly (to about 160°F or 71°C).
- Stir in your essential or fragrance oils (typically 1 ounce per pound of wax) based on your scent strength preference.
- If using candle dye, add a few drops and stir until fully mixed.
- Secure the wick in the center of your container and carefully pour the wax, keeping the wick centered. Leave a small amount of wax in the pot for topping off later.
- Allow the candle to cool completely, which may take several hours.
- Trim the wick to about 1/4 inch above the surface and cure the candles for at least 24 hours before use for optimal scent throw.
Notes
Experiment with different scents and container types for unique creations. If your candle doesn’t scent enough, double the amount of fragrance oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: DIY
- Method: Candle Making
- Cuisine: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candle
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg