I love 494 because it’s not super soft and doesn’t crumble like others I’ve experienced! Comes out of the clamshell perfectly and clean, even great as snapbars! Consistency was the same, excellent quality with all 10 thousand melts sold! I use 10% FO and cure for 10-14 days and have amazing HT and CT!
Thank you Erica for testing the waxes I'm blending TW30 with CS tart wax. I'm getting good results.At times I'll add a very small amount of Soy Bliss which like high temp but I keep the temp no higher than 190 . Soy Bliss seems to give it an extra boost. I only do my wax melts in small hatches Thank you PeAcE
I use a lot of coconut wax in my business and find that it needs almost a full 2 min stir time. I add some additional beeswax and a small portion of soy to enrich the throw bot hot and cold. I also heat to 220 add fragrance at 180-185 and pour at 160. I use tw30 for melts and heat to 190 add fragrance at 185 and pot at 155-165, I found lower temperature allows for a better release from the mold idk why may be me. Hope it helps in your crafting I also do 10% load in candles and 14% in melts
Thank you for sharing all your information. It's been very helpful starting out with my new wax melt business. I've been tested since August. I've tried 7 different waxes. TW-30 was one, and C-55. I have been testing with electric warmer with bulbs and warmers. I also look as how it pops out. I tried GW-494 which was also a great wax with only a 7 day cure. I also do look at how it comes out of warmer.
Thank you SO MUCH for doing this video! I was about to pull the trigger and try the BW 921 for my melts but I like to check around for reviews and info before I just try a new wax. This was PERFECT! Informative as always!!
Thank you for doing a video on this topic! I'm currently using Ceda Serica for my clamshells because the shrinkage with C55 was a bit much for my liking. I still use the C55 for loose melts because it does great in silicone molds. Now you've given me even more great tart wax options to try out🥰
Thank you for a great video. I am wanting to change my tart wax and have been trying to find that sweet spot. I like the higher melt points bc I ship out of Arizona - but so torn.
Other than California Candle,,,,, Where can I buy tw30 wax?? The shipping @ California Candle just seems outragious, even for the small simpler things.
I have tried & tested all 3 I always go back to the TW 30 and I do use the BW-921 (which was my first tart wax ) for a back up now if necessary, I just can’t seem to get the coconut to a point that I am comfortable with , but having 2 that I really like a lot is definitely a good thing, they both performed well and sell well with good feedback for me , I did give out samples of the coconut tart wax (just to make sure it wasn’t me lol) and it just wasn’t a hit . Thank you for another awesome video❣️
I have never gotten no more than 6-7 hours out of any wax melt that I've ever used including those from Scentsy. I change the wax melt in the warmer after 6-7 hours of use. I would turn them all on (I have maybe 7-8 of them), leave the house, come back a few hours later and I can already tell the fragrance is on its way out.
Thank you for all of your great videos! I used the TW30 and three different scents . Cold throw is awesome but two of the scents the HT is not good. I used 15% FO. Not sure how I could improve this.
Wow.. I really enjoyed this informative video. I appreciate you feeling bad about missing the making process but I really think your thoughtful information was much appreciated. Just recently got my hands on TW-30 and excited to use it. Just one question, what type of wax you currently use for melts?
I just finished a slab TW30. It's nice. I tried BW921, but it is too soft. I could have blended it with a harder wax, but I want to use only one wax . I just received C-55 and will be testing tonight. I heard this wax is the best one for melts and tarts.
Same. I just got my slab yesterday. I already used it😊. I tried 10%, however, the CT is not what I was hoping for; maybe curing will help improve the CT. I have to say, I love the milky white appearance. Let us know how your testing goes.
@@babyg2cc2 I will give an update. I like TW30. It has a good CT and HT. Sometimes I have to use 15% FO load depending on the FO. I'm looking for a backup just in case there is a supply chain issue or price increase. Do you know of another good wax for melts? Thanks.
@@englishgarden2036 I have used IGI4625, which only holds 6% FO and it's SUPER hard..I didn't care for it. I was debating between BW-921 and C55. Hopefully I made the right choice 🙏🏻.
@@babyg2cc2 I finally made some wax melts using C55. You are right.....the CT isn't that strong. TW30 CT is a lot stronger, but I have to use 15% - 18% FO load to get a good HT, depending on the FO. I used 10% FO load with C55. I will let them cure for 2 weeks and hopefully the CT gets better and there is a HT. Fingers crossed.
I think you should try the coconut wax again. This time get it up above 200 degrees. Like 105, I use that wax and love it. Although I admit, I'm not a soy lover, lol! Jill
Very nice video, thank you and love all your videos. I have just purchased Pro-blend 650 after a review on you tube. I was torn which to get for wax melts and BW921 was almost chosen but wanted to try another company though I love Candlescience. I am new in learning stage but was there a reason not to use Problend 650 in your testing? I used a tiny heart silicone mold for my first test and only used 6% FO, 3 days ago and they smell nice so far. I wanted to stay low for first testing. Should they be covered after I take them out of the mold to keep cold throw while curing? Thanks
I use tw-30. How many hours should melts made with these last on the average? I am getting feedback from friends saying they don’t smell as good when melted the second time.
I’m using BW-921 as well, but I only used 6-7% fragrance load. There is absolutely no cold throw. It has only been a few days but I’m still worried. Does it take a couple weeks to develop a cold throw?
@Memory Box Candle Co C55 like other coconut wax need to be heated at 215F or more to be able to really blend with the FO 🙂 i don't know why company always mention lower temp then what it really needs.
I know you don't want to share your wax blend but I was wanting to add beeswax to my soy wax to make wax melts harder. I have tried 10% but I'm still getting soft melts. I've read that some people have used 1 part beeswax to 3 parts soy wax. Do you think 25% is too much? Also, do you add beeswax to your candles?
Donna what kind of soy wax are you using? If it's intended for tarts it should be plenty firm enough on its own. If it isn't intended for tarts specifically - you really shouldn't be using it. Beeswax can be used, but if you're needing to use it at 25% you should rethink your wax. Also keep in mind beeswax is very expensive and using it in tarts will hurt your bottom line. Also - if you use beeswax you won't sell any wax melts to people who are vegan and that's a lot more people nowadays so something else to think about.
@@christeef6840 I first tried BW-923 which is a tart wax but melts were really soft. I've used both 464 & C3 which I mixed each with beeswax but melts were still soft even at 11%, 12% & 13% beeswax. I've also used No. 7 (formerly Soy Bliss) with no beeswax added but they came out soft. I don't like how soft my melts are because they just make a big mess. I'm looking for that snap when breaking them apart. I'm not concerned with using beeswax for cost or vegan factors. It's just a hobby right now & I'm testing for if I ever want to make it into a business. Do you make wax melts? If so, what type of wax do you use & do they come out soft?
@@jetskee70 I have run a successful candle business for years and so have made melts for a very long time and have tried many waxes over the years. I have heard from many people that 923 can be on the softer side because it has coconut wax in it. Adding paraffin would fix that. I would never use 464 or C3 - they are not intended for tarts even if you add a hardner. They're container waxes and just too soft. 494 is made by the same company as 464 and is specifically for melts. It's firm and has very good ratings so I'd try that. :)
We use BW 921 for our wax melts and have had no complaints just more returning customers.
I love 494 because it’s not super soft and doesn’t crumble like others I’ve experienced! Comes out of the clamshell perfectly and clean, even great as snapbars! Consistency was the same, excellent quality with all 10 thousand melts sold! I use 10% FO and cure for 10-14 days and have amazing HT and CT!
My personal favorite as well. Ive yet to be disappointed with 494.
I put my warmer dish upside down in the freezer. Several hours later the wax drops on the freezer shelf in one piece.
Thank you Erica for testing the waxes
I'm blending TW30 with CS tart wax.
I'm getting good results.At times I'll add a very small amount of Soy Bliss which like high temp but I keep the temp no higher than 190 . Soy Bliss seems to give it an extra boost.
I only do my wax melts in small hatches
Thank you
PeAcE
I use a lot of coconut wax in my business and find that it needs almost a full 2 min stir time. I add some additional beeswax and a small portion of soy to enrich the throw bot hot and cold. I also heat to 220 add fragrance at 180-185 and pour at 160. I use tw30 for melts and heat to 190 add fragrance at 185 and pot at 155-165, I found lower temperature allows for a better release from the mold idk why may be me. Hope it helps in your crafting I also do 10% load in candles and 14% in melts
What coconut wax do you use? I was using freedom coconut soy and it said heat to 160
So far I haven't had any issues
What about the piller of bliss?
Thank you for sharing all your information. It's been very helpful starting out with my new wax melt business.
I've been tested since August. I've tried 7 different waxes. TW-30 was one, and C-55. I have been testing with electric warmer with bulbs and warmers. I also look as how it pops out. I tried GW-494 which was also a great wax with only a 7 day cure. I also do look at how it comes out of warmer.
Which wax ended up being your preferred for wax melts?
Did you have issues with tw30 on tea light burners?
Its absolutely an excellent video! Thx for the time you took for share your info! 😄
I absolutely love the bw921. I’ve had great results every time with it
Thank you SO MUCH for doing this video! I was about to pull the trigger and try the BW 921 for my melts but I like to check around for reviews and info before I just try a new wax. This was PERFECT! Informative as always!!
Did you try the bw 921?
Thank you for doing a video on this topic! I'm currently using Ceda Serica for my clamshells because the shrinkage with C55 was a bit much for my liking. I still use the C55 for loose melts because it does great in silicone molds. Now you've given me even more great tart wax options to try out🥰
Oh I’m so glad! ☺️
loving your stuff so much. Thank you for all your help. Stay safe and hope to see more videos in the future.
Thank you for a great video. I am wanting to change my tart wax and have been trying to find that sweet spot. I like the higher melt points bc I ship out of Arizona - but so torn.
Thank you. I personally like the TW-30 for my tarts.
I'm looking at c-55 for tarts been working pretty good for me
That’s great! ❤️
Fantastic review full of great information, thank you for sharing.
Other than California Candle,,,,, Where can I buy tw30 wax?? The shipping @ California Candle just seems outragious, even for the small simpler things.
Thank you for a great video,.Erica💞🌻
I have tried & tested all 3 I always go back to the TW 30 and I do use the BW-921 (which was my first tart wax ) for a back up now if necessary, I just can’t seem to get the coconut to a point that I am comfortable with , but having 2 that I really like a lot is definitely a good thing, they both performed well and sell well with good feedback for me , I did give out samples of the coconut tart wax (just to make sure it wasn’t me lol) and it just wasn’t a hit . Thank you for another awesome video❣️
Oh that’s really good to know! Thank you for sharing your experience 💕
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo you’re welcome 🥰
How is the frosting for you? My Tw-30 just has so much frosting, specially in snap bar molds
I have never gotten no more than 6-7 hours out of any wax melt that I've ever used including those from Scentsy. I change the wax melt in the warmer after 6-7 hours of use. I would turn them all on (I have maybe 7-8 of them), leave the house, come back a few hours later and I can already tell the fragrance is on its way out.
I take cotton balls and soak up the wax while its melted , no fighting at all to get it out :)
Thank you for all of your great videos! I used the TW30 and three different scents . Cold throw is awesome but two of the scents the HT is not good. I used 15% FO. Not sure how I could improve this.
Thanks for the review.
Wow.. I really enjoyed this informative video. I appreciate you feeling bad about missing the making process but I really think your thoughtful information was much appreciated. Just recently got my hands on TW-30 and excited to use it. Just one question, what type of wax you currently use for melts?
Thank you for this video! I have the tw30 wax and I can’t seem to prevent frosting. Do you have any tips? Your wax melts always look perfect !!
Good video, Thank you.
I just finished a slab TW30. It's nice. I tried BW921, but it is too soft. I could have blended it with a harder wax, but I want to use only one wax . I just received C-55 and will be testing tonight. I heard this wax is the best one for melts and tarts.
Same. I just got my slab yesterday. I already used it😊. I tried 10%, however, the CT is not what I was hoping for; maybe curing will help improve the CT. I have to say, I love the milky white appearance. Let us know how your testing goes.
@@babyg2cc2 I will give an update. I like TW30. It has a good CT and HT. Sometimes I have to use 15% FO load depending on the FO. I'm looking for a backup just in case there is a supply chain issue or price increase. Do you know of another good wax for melts? Thanks.
@@englishgarden2036 I have used IGI4625, which only holds 6% FO and it's SUPER hard..I didn't care for it. I was debating between BW-921 and C55. Hopefully I made the right choice 🙏🏻.
@@babyg2cc2 I finally made some wax melts using C55. You are right.....the CT isn't that strong. TW30 CT is a lot stronger, but I have to use 15% - 18% FO load to get a good HT, depending on the FO. I used 10% FO load with C55. I will let them cure for 2 weeks and hopefully the CT gets better and there is a HT. Fingers crossed.
Do you still think c55 had the lowest Ht of all? Did you heat it up past 200? Thanks
I think you should try the coconut wax again. This time get it up above 200 degrees. Like 105, I use that wax and love it. Although I admit, I'm not a soy lover, lol!
Jill
How is frosting with BW-921 as well as coloring? Thank you for this one. I'm exploring new waxes so this really helps.
Have you tested pillar of bliss?
I want to add that popping it in the freezer for maybe 3 mins will pop the wax right out
Very nice video, thank you and love all your videos. I have just purchased Pro-blend 650 after a review on you tube. I was torn which to get for wax melts and BW921 was almost chosen but wanted to try another company though I love Candlescience. I am new in learning stage but was there a reason not to use Problend 650 in your testing? I used a tiny heart silicone mold for my first test and only used 6% FO, 3 days ago and they smell nice so far. I wanted to stay low for first testing. Should they be covered after I take them out of the mold to keep cold throw while curing? Thanks
I use TW30, and for the life of me I cant seem to figure out how to prevent frosting on my wax melts. Any tips?
Would you say the TW30 had the best HT overall?
Hi, I was wondering if you can test deluxe Satin Soy from Makesy ( WoodenWick) it’s both container and tart wax.
I can look into it!
I use tw-30. How many hours should melts made with these last on the average? I am getting feedback from friends saying they don’t smell as good when melted the second time.
Hey Erica, the clamshells says tht wax hotter thn 140 will melt them. I just ordered bw-921. Advice?
Bw 921 great CT but HT is 5%/6%
I’m having a hard time with C55 . Every time it hardens it’s never smooth but lumpy . I’m not sure what I’m wrong . Any tips ?
I’m using BW-921 as well, but I only used 6-7% fragrance load. There is absolutely no cold throw. It has only been a few days but I’m still worried. Does it take a couple weeks to develop a cold throw?
Pop it in the freezer and the old wax pops straight out
how long do you think the melts last, or should be replaced? i use 1-2 in the bowl at a time. thank you!
I use them as long as they have a scent! Usually that’s around day two or so
Do you test with one or two cubes?
Two :)
I tried C55 and didn’t care for it either.
I’ve seen so many positive reviews though so I feel like I may have done something wrong! Lol
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo same 😂
@@indigoscents I use C55 at 12% FO and I must say, It has been my best tart wax ever.😊
@Memory Box Candle Co C55 like other coconut wax need to be heated at 215F or more to be able to really blend with the FO 🙂 i don't know why company always mention lower temp then what it really needs.
I know you don't want to share your wax blend but I was wanting to add beeswax to my soy wax to make wax melts harder. I have tried 10% but I'm still getting soft melts. I've read that some people have used 1 part beeswax to 3 parts soy wax. Do you think 25% is too much? Also, do you add beeswax to your candles?
Donna what kind of soy wax are you using? If it's intended for tarts it should be plenty firm enough on its own. If it isn't intended for tarts specifically - you really shouldn't be using it. Beeswax can be used, but if you're needing to use it at 25% you should rethink your wax. Also keep in mind beeswax is very expensive and using it in tarts will hurt your bottom line. Also - if you use beeswax you won't sell any wax melts to people who are vegan and that's a lot more people nowadays so something else to think about.
@@christeef6840 I first tried BW-923 which is a tart wax but melts were really soft. I've used both 464 & C3 which I mixed each with beeswax but melts were still soft even at 11%, 12% & 13% beeswax. I've also used No. 7 (formerly Soy Bliss) with no beeswax added but they came out soft. I don't like how soft my melts are because they just make a big mess. I'm looking for that snap when breaking them apart. I'm not concerned with using beeswax for cost or vegan factors. It's just a hobby right now & I'm testing for if I ever want to make it into a business. Do you make wax melts? If so, what type of wax do you use & do they come out soft?
@@jetskee70 I have run a successful candle business for years and so have made melts for a very long time and have tried many waxes over the years. I have heard from many people that 923 can be on the softer side because it has coconut wax in it. Adding paraffin would fix that. I would never use 464 or C3 - they are not intended for tarts even if you add a hardner. They're container waxes and just too soft. 494 is made by the same company as 464 and is specifically for melts. It's firm and has very good ratings so I'd try that. :)
@@christeef6840 I'll give 494 a try!! Thank you for the feedback.
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