Why I Formulated My Own Wax Blend | *recipe included*

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  • @buffiemccabe1695
    @buffiemccabe1695 2 роки тому +30

    Just a huge thank you for being so open and honest about yourself!!! You're extraordinary!! I'm just getting started (as in, I'm waiting for everything to arrive that I've ordered) and I have binge watched your all your video over the past 72hrs. Thank you for all your honesty and knowledge. I'm excited to start learning.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +4

      Hi Buffie!! Thank you so much for your kind words and a warm welcome to our UA-cam candle fam. I have so much fun making these videos for you all. Please let me know if any other topics would be useful. Love and light always 💛🌱

  • @annac3514
    @annac3514 5 місяців тому +3

    Love your enthusiasm and your videos. You're like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day. OMG and your product line and website is stunning.

  • @kishareynolds1854
    @kishareynolds1854 6 місяців тому +1

    What i love most about you is the fact that you are so transparent with everything including your recipes, some people don't want to give you any information and i thank you so much for that.. by the way you are absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  6 місяців тому

      aww, you're so kind!! Thank you :)

  • @Nicolette.H
    @Nicolette.H 2 роки тому +27

    I have made 2 candles inspired by your recipe! Super nice and slow burning luxury wax!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Nicolette!! Aww, I love this so much!!! I am always cheering you on from Michigan. Hope you know that! Love and light💛🌱

    • @crystalbanahene6342
      @crystalbanahene6342 Рік тому +1

      What temperature do you pour the fragrance in?😊

    • @Nicolette.H
      @Nicolette.H Рік тому +2

      @@crystalbanahene6342 185

    • @crystalbanahene6342
      @crystalbanahene6342 Рік тому

      @@Nicolette.Hthank you

  • @tedcombs3046
    @tedcombs3046 Рік тому +3

    I've been testing my candles in preparation of opening my shop soon with a GW 464/white beeswax blend and am glad to see someone else who agrees that they can blend well after discovering that everywhere seems to say not to mix the two waxes.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому +1

      I think these waxes blend very well!

  • @dabsdalidig4025
    @dabsdalidig4025 Рік тому

    I stopped pursuing this a few hours ago as I have a disagreement with my wife because we have a different direction in launching her candle business. SO I told her that the plan candle business was now closed before it had even started to take off... FORTUNATELY, I saw your blogs reviewing Stone Candle scents and this recipe.. So I messaged my wife and told her that we are getting back on track and shared your videos. Thank you so much Allen for all of your helpful tips, reviews, etc..
    Definitely, your wax blend will be our blend. Thanks for sharing it.. am just wondering if I have to mix them at one time since they may have different melting temperatures and flash points.

  • @laurenvargas6365
    @laurenvargas6365 2 роки тому +4

    I’ve been wanting to make a wax blend. I use coconut apricot right now and have noticed a lot of people blending that with some type of soy wax. Thank your for the information and inspiration! You’re videos are always to calming and informative ❤️

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Lauren! Thank you so much for your comment. Yes, I think coco apricot can be a challenge with shipping especially in summer so many people tend to blend it with a little beeswax or stearic acid etc so that it gets a little harder and less susceptible to melting during shipping. Love and light always and thank you so much for your kind words💛🌱

  • @SteadfastTrailFarm
    @SteadfastTrailFarm 2 роки тому +1

    THANK YOU!!! I Make beeswax and coconut oil candles and the only wick that I found that works well ,(with my mix and diameter of the jar. ) is a braided cotton wick with stainless steel rod! All my wooden wick testing failed! My hot throw was pretty good! But most of my customers just like the plain beeswax scent! Fast forward to today. ....Although I get my beeswax from a local apiary, it's getting more and more expensive. So I am researching... hence how I came upon your channel! So thank you! Thank you so much! ~jc
    (PS, I also just got my concrete molds in!) It looks like I found the right channel 😊

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi! Thank you for your comment and a warm welcome. I am glad that you enjoy these videos. Beeswax for the win on this channel! Love and light always 💛🌱

  • @yuyigb
    @yuyigb 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for sharing!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for your support!

  • @TheMissySue
    @TheMissySue 9 місяців тому +1

    I recently have been working on my own wax melt / candle bussiness and have been trialing with everything. working with only essential oils it’s a lot of trial and error to make it actually smell good, I found the same I use beeswax and pure coconut wax about 40/60 and I am loving the color and how much more scent it holds vs when I only used beeswax!!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  8 місяців тому

      Glad you found something that works for you!!!

  • @diannekelly3319
    @diannekelly3319 2 роки тому +6

    Thank you for being so transparent with your info and actually giving recipes to try!

  • @deellaboe437
    @deellaboe437 Рік тому +1

    My story is exactly the same!! I almost gave up until I found 464, I add coconut oil it adds a natural scent too.

  • @judithcolley9599
    @judithcolley9599 Рік тому

    I love to see such a happy young person who has fire and grit!! Keep going honey you’re going to be rich one day.

  • @cherylmeehan6915
    @cherylmeehan6915 2 роки тому +3

    Allen, I actually tried your blend in a candle since I had everything on hand - and you describe the pros and cons perfectly. I also usually don't like parasoys like 6006 ... too much sooty paraffin and the appearance isn't to my liking. I do like the look of 464, tho - a nice creamy consistency until you burn it of course and then its like the surface of the moon. It has an awesome melt pool too. My all-time favorite is Soy Bliss (no 7) and I make the majority of my candles using it. Wood wicks work great with Soy Bliss and there seems to be very little paraffin in it. Thanks for this video.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Cheryl! Thank you so much for your comment. I am going to have to try No 7 at some point just to say I’ve tried it because I’ve heard so many good things about it. Thank you for your feedback on my wax blend as well. Love how you describe 464 as looking like the moon 🌝 🤣. Love and light always 💛🌱

  • @yuyigb
    @yuyigb 2 роки тому +1

    OMG Just found your channel, this is the first video I see and I am in love! You are amazing! thanks for sharing!!!

  • @Moonlightthroughdarkness
    @Moonlightthroughdarkness Рік тому

    Wow, this is just amazing! Thank you for your Heavenlyglow in this vid and all the info!! So generous. Btw your website also looks totally glam! Just checked it out. Will be trying this recipe, thanks again!

  • @heatherj604
    @heatherj604 Рік тому

    What an awesome video! So refreshing. I'm passionate about bees wax - so I was very interested in blends to make the most of what I love, creating a "perfect performance candle." It's really easy for me to connect with your thoughts and experience, and I look forward to catching more of your videos.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      Glad this one was helpful, Heather! 😊

  • @Lucky_Forages_88
    @Lucky_Forages_88 2 роки тому +1

    It made me chuckle when you said you started out with 100% beeswax and wood wick. Basically me too!! I am learning and starting to realize the logistics. (I’m a Taurus too. One day maybe I’ll have my own beehives!! One can dream) But I realized I was wanting a soy/beeswax blend of some type. Absolutely no paraffin for me either! New to this and here, and doing my research and development :) Thanks Allen!!!! 😊🌿🌲💚
    ♉️ ☀️
    ♍️ 🌙
    😌

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi Lucky! Thank you for your comment. Beeswax for the win on this channel!!! I am glad that you enjoy these videos. Love and light always 💛🌱

  • @val-bm3so
    @val-bm3so 2 роки тому +1

    Happy Sunday Allen,
    Thank you for sharing your blend. You use a large amount of Beeswax which is expensive. I love Beeswax and order mines from a beekeeper on Esty.
    You really got me thinking of making a blend for tart wax. The TW30 is so costly to my location. But I like it more then the others I have tried 🙂🙃🙂
    Thank you Allen ❤️
    PeAcE

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Val! Thank you for your comment. Yes, I do use a large amount of beeswax!!! How cool you have a beekeeper you get your beeswax from!!Yes, waxes can cost so much with the shipping sometimes!!! Love and light always💛🌱

  • @alexmlyn121
    @alexmlyn121 2 роки тому +3

    You described the whole process so beautifully. :)

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Alex! Aww thank you for your kind words. Love and light always.

  • @erikaewers1335
    @erikaewers1335 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely love your video and adore you even more! Thank you so much for sharing all this knowledge with us. I’m wondering if you’ve ever experimented with the coconut apricot wax instead of coconut oil.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      Thank you! I have experimented with this wax and the short answer is that I really like it. I have not tried it in any blends though!

  • @dendotnenthom33
    @dendotnenthom33 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi. I have a question. When can I add coconut oil?

  • @lilfr3shy
    @lilfr3shy Рік тому

    thank you a lot for having a video like this. this def involved a lot efforts and experiences even just a 14mins video.

  • @kimn6118
    @kimn6118 Рік тому

    Thanks so much for sharing Allen, I've just started testing with a blend of Coconut Wax, Olive Wax and Beeswax and love the glass adhesion and creamy tops....now for CT & HT....more testing

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому +1

      Hang in there! You've got this :)

  • @ruthgarcia7479
    @ruthgarcia7479 10 місяців тому

    This is amazing info and excited to try and make my own formula using your tips! Thank you!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  8 місяців тому

      Glad you enjoyed this one! Thanks for your kind words 😊

  • @mxj28
    @mxj28 2 роки тому +1

    Wow I’ve learned soooo much in this one video alone - thank you!!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi MJ! Thank you for your comment and a warm welcome to our UA-cam candle fam. Love and light always 💛🌱

    • @mxj28
      @mxj28 2 роки тому

      @@earthglow Awe you’re so sweet, we’re besties now! 🧡

  • @MsAmandaRene
    @MsAmandaRene 2 роки тому +1

    Have all this at home yay! Can’t wait to try it
    Would definitely be interested in the tin blend 😊

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Amanda! Thank you so much for your comment. I will definitely be doing a future video sharing my recipe with you all. Love and light always 💛🌱

  • @adibabenhadid602
    @adibabenhadid602 2 місяці тому

    Your content is just Waw I learned so much !!!!! Thank you . One question which reference of coconut oil would you recommend there so many at soaper’s choice

  • @jamiereife5581
    @jamiereife5581 Рік тому

    Thank you. I have learned so much. The big thing I learned is that I really want to buy your candles. Where can I buy them.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      Hi! Glad you enjoyed. Our candles are available on our website, earthglow.com. Hope you're able to try some!!

  • @cynthiasicurella4264
    @cynthiasicurella4264 2 роки тому +1

    God bless you 👍!! Love your channel!! Just a gal making tarts for friends and a few sales! Greetings from Buffalo NY ❤️

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi Cynthia!! I am so glad you’re enjoying these videos and It’s such a privilege to have you in our candle making family. I recently started making wax melts too and it’s a lot of fun I think!! Love and light 💛🌱

  • @laurenhidalgo4278
    @laurenhidalgo4278 Рік тому

    Thanks so much for this helpful video! I’m a hobby candlemaker, and have been struggling to make beeswax container candles since it has such a high burn point ( I get lots of free beeswax from a beekeeper I know) I’ve tried adding some soy wax to it, but not very much; your info will be a good guide as I work to improve my wax blend.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      I'm so glad you find these videos helpful Lauren!!

  • @TonicMercantile
    @TonicMercantile 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the video Allen! I've been experimenting with different ratios of these waxes on my own (I'm talking like 30 or so different candles so far!) and haven't found the right blend that I'm satisfied with. I'll try your ratio's and do some extensive testing. I've been using 464 for a while now, and like you, don't really like the cottage cheese tops it produces (and I've heard feedback from a lot of customers on that as well), but it's a tradeoff for all natural soy with no paraffin. I think I'll have to make a page on my site dedicated to educating customers on the different type of waxes and why I chose a particular blend and the pro's and con's and what to expect when it burns. Really do appreciate you taking the time out of your busy schedule to make this video - you are awesome!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi Gage! Thank you so much for your comment. Yes, I think I had over 100 test candles with different ratios of the ingredients when I was first trying to figure out what I liked. Do make sure to purchase the beeswax from the Amazon supplier I should have linked in the description box of every video-this one for me has been the creamiest and easier to work with than most. I think what you mention about doing an educational page could be really useful!! Love and light always 💛🌱

    • @TonicMercantile
      @TonicMercantile 2 роки тому

      @@earthglow I was reading some of the reviews on the different bees waxes and some said it wasn’t even bees wax! I always get worried ordering something from a supplier I’m not familiar with, especially on Amazon. Any links you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

  • @lifewithamberb
    @lifewithamberb 2 роки тому +1

    I’m playing around with 464 and cd wicks. I’ve not had ANY luck with the wooden wicks from the flaming candle. I think I need bigger jars. The hot throw with them has been awful though even though they are overwicked.
    This is super informative and I appreciate you doing this video.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Amber! Thank you for your comment. I would highly recommend trying Makesy’s wick guide and trying out some of their booster woodwicks especially for dense natural waxes such as soy. I used to purchase wooden wicks from Candlesandsupplies and had the same experience as you’re having with FC. Love and light always 💛🌱

    • @lifewithamberb
      @lifewithamberb 2 роки тому

      @@earthglow I’ve been wanting to try their booster wicks! ♥️ have a wonderful Sunday :)

  • @zulikkowalski3547
    @zulikkowalski3547 2 роки тому +1

    This is exactly what I've been trying to find in a wax. I wanted to stay away from paraffin too. I'll try this tonight, I have a bunch of 464 laying around.

  • @lambchop966
    @lambchop966 2 роки тому

    Allen Thank you so much for your time and being so open to sharing . I love the look of this what I call my " Allen Blend " My question is when I made the recipe and filled my 8oz tin I had 3oz of wax left over. Is the proportion in the recipe correct ? Thanks Allen for your time and help GREAT JOB!!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Kenneth! Thanks for your message. The recipe is not intended to fill any specific size container; it just shows the relationship between the amounts of different ingredients to one another.
      If you’re using an 8 oz tin, it would likely be filled with about 5.5 ounces of wax which is 63% of the amount of wax that you tried to use. So if you use 63% of all quantities, then you will fill your 8 oz container very closely once you’ve added in your fragrance. I hope this makes sense to you and is helpful!
      Love and light always 🌱💛

  • @popitargentina
    @popitargentina Рік тому +1

    May I ASK at what temp you suggest adding FO amd pour? At least to start testing?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому +3

      for my blend here, i add oils between 180 and 190 (usually 185), stir for 2 minutes and pour around 145-155. A minimal two week cure is required with this wax.

  • @strangetenderness
    @strangetenderness Рік тому

    you just make me so happy haha great energy

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      I’m so glad you enjoyed!

  • @melissajacobs9702
    @melissajacobs9702 Рік тому

    Love your explanation and experience with the whole thing ❤❤

  • @maximehuysman8182
    @maximehuysman8182 Місяць тому

    How do you know the melt temperature and pouring temperature when you create your own blends?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  26 днів тому

      Hi there! Thanks for your comment. For detailed replies related to my supplies and processes, please check out my Patreon where I offer one on one support.
      www.patreon.com/Earthglow?

  • @lisettef7947
    @lisettef7947 2 роки тому +2

    Hi. I also make my own beeswax blend, no soy. I gave up on wooden wicks now use eco wicks. I make my own concrete vessels which work welll with the blend. I don't sell my candles, just for mysel
    f n friends. Thank you for sharing!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Lisette! Thank you for your comment!! How neat that you use your own blend too! Yes, I have heard Eco wicks are a great one for many wax types, including many natural waxes. Love and light always and a warm welcome to our UA-cam candle family 💛🌱

  • @carolinebelalcazar4012
    @carolinebelalcazar4012 Рік тому

    I enjoy your videos! You give us So much information. I wanted to ask you a question have you ever tried BW 917 soy, coconut and beeswax?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for your comment! I have not personally tried this wax. Sorry about that!

  • @pfuluwaninonhlanhlakalane1259
    @pfuluwaninonhlanhlakalane1259 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this video, I've used this recipe however I'm getting rough tops after burning.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi there! I’m sorry to hear that and have not experienced this before. Have you purchased the three waxes from the suppliers I mentioned? Love and light always. 💛🌱

  • @jordanamoon5215
    @jordanamoon5215 2 роки тому +1

    Hey thank you for sharing, I have a question what happens if you subtract the soy wax?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi there! For a beeswax and coconut oil I’d recommend 75% beeswax and 25% coconut oil.

  • @deborahjames2854
    @deborahjames2854 2 роки тому

    Hi Alan once again you truly are an inspiration! I have purchased the Coconut oil you suggested and am waiting for larger quantities of 464 Soy to be available as CS, they are out of stock at the moment. I did purchase different sizes of booster wood wicks from maksey for when I am ready to test. I would also like to try CD and ECO wicks for this recipe as well. I do have a 10 oz. Vessel with 3.25” width top and straight sides. Would you have a suggestion on what other types of wicks might be good to try with this wax blend? Thanking you kindly 🙏🏻❤ 🔥

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi there! I'd recommend starting with Candlescience's and Makesy's wick guide. Love and light!

  • @MarieVandenWymelenberg
    @MarieVandenWymelenberg Рік тому

    I'm trying out this wax blend recipe and first of all, thank you for all the info, but I have questions. At what temp do you pour the wax? do you have trouble with adhesion at all? My candles have a lot of frosting and some cracking but I wonder if it was too cold in the kitchen and it cooled too fast?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      Do you use the same exact type of beeswax, soy wax, and coconut oil?

  • @Lifeandmuses
    @Lifeandmuses 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Allen, hope everything's well with you. I'm totally new to this candle making stuff. I tried making bubble , arch candles using only soy wax and it came out well but when I tried to make a wavy candle or korean cake candle, I just can't make it right no matter how much I tried to follow the UA-cam recipes. I just got to know that for such types we need to use blended wax or pillar blend from somewhere. I've been searching for blended online and I couldn't find it in my country. I purchased coconut wax before watching this video, to blend it with Soy to make the creamy part of the cake candles. Will it work ? Or should I just cancel the coconut wax and order bee's wax instead like you mentioned ? Hope you help me with this. 💛

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Kyra! Thank you for your comment. I do not have experience with this type of candle making, unfortunately. That said, if it were me, I would go for waxes with a higher meltpoint like beeswax or some types of paraffin and stay away from coconut waxes as they generally have a much lower meltpoint. You can generally always find the melt points on the wax manufacturer’s website. Hope this helps! love and light! 💛🌱

  • @acts2.387
    @acts2.387 Рік тому +1

    You are so helpful ❤Thank you so much!🕯️❤🕯️❤🕯️❤🕯️

  • @MrWonderful77
    @MrWonderful77 3 місяці тому +1

    Do you use yellow or white bees wax?

  • @popitargentina
    @popitargentina Рік тому

    can you share the link where you explain this formula for tin containers? Thanks for Sharing your knowledge

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      hi there! i haven't yet done this but hopefully soon. love and light!

  • @TeriLynneTX
    @TeriLynneTX 10 місяців тому

    Allen you’re amazing! I sent you a message through Patreon too. Can I use regular coconut oil instead of coconut 76 degree?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  10 місяців тому

      Hi Maddie!!! You can absolutely give it a try-it is solid at room temp, right? I believe I did reply on Patreon as well.. did they not send you a notification?

  • @ohenebabaa
    @ohenebabaa 9 місяців тому

    This is very educative, thank you
    I make scented wax tablets, is it ok to mix soywax with paraffin wax for a hard tablet?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  9 місяців тому

      Yes, you absolutely can do this.

  • @julies.ancelet4901
    @julies.ancelet4901 2 роки тому

    great videos! My husband is a beekeeper, so we have plenty of beeswax available to us. I want to create a luxury line. Do you recommend just the coconut oil and beeswax since cost of the beeswax is not a problem?
    Or adding the soy to it makes it work and look better ? Thank you 😊

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Julie! Thank you so much for your comment. I think adding in some 464 soy is great for improving HT (it contains soy-based additives which help hot throw) and bringing the melt point down a little which can be useful for safety reasons. But always do your own testing and experimenting!!! Each beeswax performs a little differently too-you may have good luck using yours just as it is. Beeswax alone though can be very challenging for HT. Love and light always 💛🌱🍁✨

  • @adrianatatis9343
    @adrianatatis9343 Рік тому

    Hi Allen, how to you decide the temperatures (pouring, adding fragrance, etc) when you mix waxes?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому +1

      Great question. In this case, I went with the wax that dominated the blend, which is 464 soy.

    • @adrianatatis9343
      @adrianatatis9343 Рік тому

      @@earthglow Thankss!

  • @zzevonplant
    @zzevonplant 10 місяців тому

    I'm currently using soy wax (one I got off Amazon, American Soy Organics or something? "Freedom Soy Wax" I think it says on the front, in a green bag, but I don't know what number it is or is like) - & everything's going pretty good at the moment, except I don't think the fragrance throw is all that great. Would you recommend a blend with paraffin, or is there something else I could probably tweak to improve it? I made my first few batches with 8% fragrance, so maybe I could go to 10 & that may help, but I'm not sure what else to do, I'd really rather not have paraffin in my candles, but I would if that was the best route to go. Would maybe adding a bit of coconut oil to my soy wax be helpful, perhaps?
    Oh, & if this helps - my CT seems to be pretty good, & I'm currently using HTP wicks, HTP-105 for a 7oz 2.75-ish in diameter jar.

    • @ASMRyouVEGANyet
      @ASMRyouVEGANyet 4 місяці тому

      I used that same one and the throw is not the best. I'm going for a parasite blend after many people have recommended it

  • @jusbeme4me
    @jusbeme4me 2 роки тому

    Hi Alan, do you have an updated link for the beeswax? I would love to try your recipe and you noted to be sure to use all the items in your link. Please let me know. You are the best candle mentor. Love love your videos and so happy I found your channel. Where were you in 2020 when I started? 😀

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi Karen! Oh no! I’ll take a look and see if I can update it. Thanks and all best to you💛🌱

  • @dianneatfeld687
    @dianneatfeld687 Рік тому

    So much helpful info, thank you 😊

  • @steadyglamourcosmetics
    @steadyglamourcosmetics Рік тому

    What a sweet boy! ❤ I love him!!!

  • @oc5rac
    @oc5rac 2 роки тому

    Hi Allen,
    I am currently using GW 464 Soy Wax and topping off my 10 oz jar at 7.8 oz with a makesy wood wick. I am also using a 10% FO.
    After the candle cools down it no longer has that smooth top finish and does not look pleasing to the eye.
    Have you experimented using GW 464 with Soaper's Choice Coconut Oil only? If so, did it create a smooth top finish after each burn?
    I read that using 1/2 teaspoon per 1 pound wax is ideal, but would like to ask your professional expertise as I am new to the candle making world.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Raul! Thanks for your comment. I have not tried mixing just 464 with coconut oil-my concern with this would be for shipping (both waxes have a very low meltpoint and the coconut is even lower than the 464 soy). I am quite confident that it would help create a smoother finish after burning though. So lots of testing and be sure to keep good notes. Love and light always💛✨🌱

    • @oc5rac
      @oc5rac 2 роки тому

      @@earthglow Hi Allen, thanks for the feedback. I tried experimenting with the 464 and coconut oil and was not successful, it is a tricky wax to work with.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      @@oc5rac Hi Raul! Thanks for your message. As I mentioned, adding just coconut oil to 464 is not something I’ve tried personally, even though my prediction is that it may help with smoother tops. Would you mind sharing the type and amount of coconut oil you used? The best way I’ve found to get smooth tops with 464 is heating to 200, adding fragrance at 185, stirring for 2 full minutes, and pouring at 135-145. Have you tried this?

    • @oc5rac
      @oc5rac 2 роки тому

      @@earthglow @Earthglow Hi Allen, my apologies for the late response, but yes I have tried that method with 464 and works well. I do not have to use the heatgun as much as the past!
      As for the coconut I used two different ones for my test. The first one was Nutiva Liquid Coconut Oil Organic Classic and the second tester was Omega Nutrition Coconut Oil Wax (it had to be melted).
      So for both tests, I did 7.8oz top off on all jars with 10% FO. I used 1/2 teaspoon of Coconut oil for 2 jars and same with the other 2.
      I will be honest, it made the candle look nicer the top off, but it looked like a rocky mountain. I used the heatgun about 4-5 times and did not have a clear smooth top.
      I am thinking perhaps I used too much Coconut?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      @@oc5rac Hi Raul! Thanks for your reply. I really cannot answer this question because I have not tried any of these types of coconut oil and I have also not tried just adding coconut oil to 464. I think the candle photo you sent me in a DM on Instagram looked ideal. 464 will almost always produce bumpy tops after a burn but heating to 200, adding scent at 185, and pouring at 135-145 is the best way I have found to not have to touch up the wax. You’re doing a great job. Love and light always! 💛✨

  • @jasleenkaur9974
    @jasleenkaur9974 Рік тому

    Wow…very informative…! ✨🎀✨

  • @marieclay5214
    @marieclay5214 2 роки тому +2

    I so love your vedios ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💯
    You Rock ❗❗❗💯

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi Marie! Thank you so much for your comment and a warm welcome to our UA-cam candle family. Love and light always 💛🌱

  • @soozkoozhooz5902
    @soozkoozhooz5902 11 місяців тому

    Great explanation. Thank you.

  • @LeighF-vl3ep
    @LeighF-vl3ep Рік тому

    Hi! I recently discovered your videos and have enjoyed watching them! I've never made candles before and want to very much. I'm starting to get myself confused with all the different websites and recipes. I may be making it harder than it really is but as a newbie I'm not sure what to do. Everyone seems to have different ways of making their candles. I have six 7 ounce jars that I want to attempt making my candles in and wonder what the calculation is for figuring out how much wax to melt as I may do different size jars down the road when I have learned how to make them. I find your combination of waxes and oil interesting and would like to attempt your recipe. Would you be able to hep me with how much soy, bees wax, coconut oil and fragrance I would need for six 7 ounce containers? The manufacturer of the candle jars suggest pouring 6 ounces of wax in each jar. Your help would be greatly appreciated.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      Hi there! I’ve got a whole video on this that you can watch. ua-cam.com/video/0vn32fue7lg/v-deo.html
      Hope this helps!

    • @LeighF-vl3ep
      @LeighF-vl3ep Рік тому

      @@earthglow I watched the video and understand but I guess I'm trying to figure out how you come up with the calculation to incorporate the beeswax and coconut oil along with the soy wax and fragrance.

  • @carolevelmir2922
    @carolevelmir2922 2 роки тому

    Hello Allen,
    Hope you well. I got a question for you.
    After letting my candle cures for a week it does happen the top of the candle turn yellowish. I am using soya wax. Do you think this problem is related to the fragrance oil ? Do you have any tips to avoid this please ? That’s my big issue actually. I am leaving in the Caribbean and maybe the place I let my candle cool down is not appropriate. Thanks for your help and have a good day.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Carole! Thank you so much for your comment and a warm welcome to our UA-cam candle fam. I am curious which oil you are using -would you mind sharing that? Some oils can cause wax to discolor more easily than others depending on their chemical properties. Love and light always 💛🌱

    • @carolevelmir2922
      @carolevelmir2922 2 роки тому

      @@earthglow
      Hello Allen,
      Than you for your reply.
      Here you are the fragrances I used so far :
      Salted butter caramel
      Sandalwood
      Coton flower
      However after searching for a while I heard about :
      UV inhibitor is used to help prevent the premature fading of coloured candles
      If the discoloration keep happening I might use it to be frank.
      I tried to hide my candle from IV light but I have no satisfaction.
      You have a lovely day. ❤️

    • @carolevelmir2922
      @carolevelmir2922 2 роки тому

      I meant UV light sorry

    • @AtomicElf1
      @AtomicElf1 2 роки тому

      @@carolevelmir2922 Are you coloring your candles? It you are not exposing them to light and you are getting yellowing then a UV stabilizer may not be what you need. Although I'm not sure if it may help with other issues like fragrances with vanillin content. That can often cause yellowing issues. I think Black Tie Barn did a video or two talking about the positive effects of using the stabilizer; he puts it in all his candles regardless of whether they are dyed.

    • @carolevelmir2922
      @carolevelmir2922 2 роки тому

      @@AtomicElf1 hello, thank you for your kind reply. I am not using color to my candle. However, I am doing my best to keep them out of UV light but it’s not enough. Using oil which contains vanillin it’s something else. I would definitely try a natural stabiliser. Thanks again for your help.

  • @AnarchyStockers
    @AnarchyStockers 2 роки тому

    Have you made a video with the tin candles yet? And is the coconut that you put in just pure coconut oil or is it coconut wax made just for candles? Sorry, I’m just looking into getting started on candle-making and I don’t wanna set my room on fire lol 😭

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      Hi there! Yes, I do share my recipe for tins (I’ll link the video where I share it below) but I do not recommend this as a starting point to a beginner. I’d recommend trying out well-known waxes that have lots of reviews and trouble-shooting before trying more unique formulas. I use coconut oil with a 76 degree meltpoint that I get from Soaper’s Choice specifically in my candles. Hope this helps! Love and light always.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/4k06fqgt4bg/v-deo.html

    • @AnarchyStockers
      @AnarchyStockers 2 роки тому

      @@earthglow Thank you! I have so many asthma/allergy problems that I’ve always tried to buy beeswax candles, but since I heard it’s best for pillar candles that’s why I was looking into some sort of beeswax/coconut mix… But I’ll def try not to get too experimental yet. 😂 Thanks for the help! 🤍

  • @ItsTiaTeanna
    @ItsTiaTeanna 2 роки тому +1

    I love u for sharing this! Thank u beautiful! 🤍✨🤍

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi Tia Teanna!! Thank you so much for your comment and a warm welcome to our UA-cam candle fam. Love and light always 💛🌱

  • @timfox5134
    @timfox5134 Рік тому

    What is the percentages if you are using this blend in tin canisters instead of glass

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      Hi Tim! I’ve got a whole video outlining my process for this but I am not as impressed by my tin formula of this blend due to its very low melt point for shipping purposes.

    • @timfox5134
      @timfox5134 Рік тому

      Ok. I watched the video for the blend in glass containers but in that video you said you used less bees wax in the tins. I just started making candles and right now I'm just making them for myself and friends so I wouldn't be shipping them

    • @timfox5134
      @timfox5134 Рік тому

      @@earthglow I couldn't find the video for the tin formula

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      @@timfox5134 Hi Tim! My formula is in the description box of this video and is the same formula I used for the wholesale order being fulfilled with a CD 12 wick and 10% FO.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/foF9B-FhGNc/v-deo.htmlsi=gONnnO30SIzrsM4A

  • @colleenhaddock5208
    @colleenhaddock5208 2 роки тому

    Can you please tell me what to heat to,when to add fragrance please,thanks for helping the novice..x

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi Colleen! It would depend on your wax blend. What wax do you use?

    • @devillesedan6007
      @devillesedan6007 Рік тому

      Hi I use coconut apricot.. what temp would you suggest to add fragrance

    • @jenniferacevedo5543
      @jenniferacevedo5543 Рік тому

      Omg I was having so much trouble with 464 I try you blend it it work smooth top ht amazing the wooden wick burn’s beautiful thank u

    • @colleenhaddock5208
      @colleenhaddock5208 Рік тому

      464

  • @TheSoapChef
    @TheSoapChef 2 роки тому

    Alan, I make my own blend as well using 464 and beeswax. Have you ever tested the addition of stearic acid?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому +1

      Hi there! I have not yet tried this but have heard good things about it for increasing fragrance throw. Love and light!

  • @MisterWhatWhat
    @MisterWhatWhat Рік тому

    New sub here and so far I have binged 3 your videos this morning while at work lol
    Interesting blend of wax!
    I blend coconut & soy wax w/ a little bit of palm oil. The HT & CT is amazing, but the tops look like what my face would look like at the age of 85 =)
    Hitting it with a heat gun helps some, but it still has a few wrinkles.
    Thoughts on what I could blend to even the tops?
    Also, what are your thoughts on No. 7 (Soy Bliss) from 16/17?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      I'd add a little SP487 personally! Anywhere from 5-25%!

  • @iamboatsy
    @iamboatsy 2 роки тому

    That’s what I use 8 / 1 / 1 but I typically throw them all in the same Digiboil. Am I doing that wrong?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      I am not sure what you mean--can you dumb it down for me?

  • @erikaewers1335
    @erikaewers1335 Рік тому

    Also, what is the permatex for?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      Permatex is a type of very strong glue used to adhere candle wicks to the container.

  • @hausofflash
    @hausofflash Рік тому

    Would this wax work with a cotton wick?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      You absolutely could try it but I have not personally tested this exact blend with a cotton wick!

  • @wendyhammett
    @wendyhammett Рік тому

    Thank you love all your videos

  • @deideminfame7703
    @deideminfame7703 Рік тому

    Brilliant 👌🏻

  • @ericamartin7490
    @ericamartin7490 2 роки тому

    Love this !!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi Erica! Thank you so much for your comment. Love and light always 💛🌱

  • @melaniestewart4451
    @melaniestewart4451 2 роки тому

    GREAT VIDEO!!!

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Thank you Melanie 💛🌱

  • @ShayliMason
    @ShayliMason 9 місяців тому

    What is the cure time on this wax blend?

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  8 місяців тому

      Minimum of 2 weeks for a developed hot throw.

  • @ShodiRealty
    @ShodiRealty 2 роки тому

    Now I get why my soy wax sweats. It’s 100% pure soy.
    Plus the scent throw isn’t throwing well at all.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Oh no!!! What percentage are you using? Looking for fragrances formulated to work well in soy wax is very helpful too

  • @naturalhealingmexico
    @naturalhealingmexico Рік тому +2

    I make my own wax as the old days: lard and beeswax , simple and effective

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      Glad you've found something that works well for you!!!

  • @bbeautifulporsche
    @bbeautifulporsche 2 роки тому

    Thank you ❣️✨

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +1

      You’re welcome 💛💛💛

  • @adibabenhadid602
    @adibabenhadid602 2 місяці тому

    You’re amazing

  • @asamashazadi626
    @asamashazadi626 5 місяців тому

    😊

  • @heidijones2457
    @heidijones2457 Рік тому

    I really think everyone getting the super rough tops are pouring too hot.

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  Рік тому

      I’d agree that pouring a little cooler can help avoid these.

  • @alexmobii7577
    @alexmobii7577 2 роки тому +4

    My secret candle wax formula:
    50% 464 Soy
    25% Palm wax (increases throw, stabilizes soy)
    10% Coconut wax (Softens beeswax, better glass adhesion, also helps throw)
    15% Beeswax (For that smooth top)
    You're welcome 🤗

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому

      Hi Alex! This sounds like a fantastic formula. I am delighted you found something that works excellently for you. Thank you for sharing. Love and light always 💛✨🌱

    • @megane11222
      @megane11222 2 роки тому

      What FO% do you use? If you don't mind. TIA 🥰

    • @alexmobii7577
      @alexmobii7577 2 роки тому

      @@megane11222 It depends on the fragrance. I usually start at around 8%. And I'd never go beyond 10%. Sweet spot I'd say 9%. But I do tend to go lower if it's a heavy scent such as those with a lot of Vanilla in it, as it can be overpowering.

    • @ashlieneevel9671
      @ashlieneevel9671 Рік тому

      Where do you find palm wax

    • @lisabowker1
      @lisabowker1 Рік тому

      Hi! What sort of beeswax do you use? In its natural yellow form or whitened without any beeswax smell? 😊

  • @Mr_CM_
    @Mr_CM_ 5 місяців тому

    "Bee wax isn't vegan" meanwhile vegans eat eggs
    Disclaimer: im not really into the vegan thing but some vegans said to me a
    - "theres vegans who eat eggs. And I'm one of them. You see there's is multiple "vegan versions" and im actually "specific vegan version i don't remember", so im a vegan who eat eggs from our chickens
    (super intellectually and confidently, so it's true)

    • @ASMRyouVEGANyet
      @ASMRyouVEGANyet 4 місяці тому

      Sorry, but that person is confused. vegans do not eat eggs. We do not use or consume anything that involves exploitation of animals. Including back yard eggs.
      Vegetarians consume and use animal products except for meat.
      So that person is a vegetarian, not vegan.
      No vegan would ever use a beeswax candle.

    • @Mr_CM_
      @Mr_CM_ 4 місяці тому

      @@ASMRyouVEGANyet don't you see the duality??? Doble standards???
      Why using makeup tested in animals??? Using a "clean brand" that copies the research from the "dirty brand" doesn't actually count
      And no vegan/vegetarian understands economics

    • @Mr_CM_
      @Mr_CM_ 4 місяці тому

      @@ASMRyouVEGANyet girl "we dont consume anything that involves exploitation of animals" is a lie, we all know that ... to many product use animals in one way or another ... most crops are only "affordable" cuz they feed humans and life stock, later killed and eaten, in turn they make your food cheaper
      you vegan/vegetarian so you are one of the big beneficiary of it

    • @Mr_CM_
      @Mr_CM_ 4 місяці тому

      but an example on the carnivore side of thing
      you are only carnivore when you only eat animal products ... if you eat anything else, you not carnivore
      vegans have more "categories" ... why? is it to have more people screaming the same thing?

  • @mimm4332
    @mimm4332 10 місяців тому

    your lovely 🥰

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  8 місяців тому

      💛💛💛💛

  • @eltheaskywalker5336
    @eltheaskywalker5336 2 роки тому +1

    Can I use coconut wax instead of coconut oil? It's the only one I have rn🥲

    • @earthglow
      @earthglow  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Elthea! I think you certainly could try but you may get very different results so just be sure to test rigorously as I always say!! Love and light always and best of luck! 💛🌱