Subscriber Wax Melt Review // Reviewing Wax Melts + Tips for Wax Melts // Subscriber Review (Ep. 14)
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
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In this video, I unbox and discuss product branding, labeling, and more about this cute wax melts by Music Melts! We'll chat texture, hot throw, fragrance, and more! Show your support in the comments for a new wax melt maker and hopefully this video can offer some insight and maybe a few tips here and there along the way.
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This is my aunt's business! 🥰 So cool to see a review on her product and I thought your advice was very constructive and kind!
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As others have said. Excellent video. The criteria you employ is comprehensive, constructive and your critique is gentlemanly and even-handed. You and your YT videos are an incredible asset to the craft.
Wade thank you so very much for all of your advice and for making this video. I am, as I'm typing this, doing some rebranding so my labels are changing and I have also decided that after the stock I have is sold I will only be adding color to my holiday themed scents. I am going to send you another box of the ones with new labels as a thank you for your great advice. Your videos and Facebook group are a huge help to alot of people. I also will be grabbing a candle from your shop to keep on my desk as inspiration. Have a wonderful day and thanks again🤗
No problem Nay D! You are rocking it already! I also like your decisions going forward. So good. Thanks for sending them in! ;)
I am boxing up a few newly labeled to send to you.
Awesome review and great advice!!! OMG I love her melts!!! GREAT JOB SHUGA!!!
Thank you GiGi💜
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I love this vid thank you for sharing I am a lil candle enthusiast I sell to family and friends. These are great items and the packaging is super cute.
No problem. And I agree!
Luv the companies theme & packaging very nice❤️
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Thank you that's so sweet of you to say!
@@MusicMelts yes so nice 🌸
This is so cool Wade! All I am comfortable with right now is my wax melts. Maybe I should send you some 🙂
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I love the review. I started using wax melts back first part of year and have ordered from different people. I had one that would not come out of container that I had to take a butter knife to. I finally got it to break up so I could try it. Also looking forward to trying out scoopable wax. Great review.
Thanks so much!!
I liked the review on the melts... great video!
Thanks Joelle!
Thank you Wade🌷
Complete review
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No problem!
This was great! Thanks so much for doing a review on melts. I'm getting ready to launch soon and my product is only wax melts. Have you tried the freezer trick when getting the hard wax out of the wax melter? Works great.
Yep it does, it just isn't something I want to rely on as it's not super convenient for customers. But it works in a pinch
I recently saw people selling bath and body works melts by melting the candles down. I guess they are literally going to the store and diving into the dumpsters and getting free candles... crazyness. lol. congrats on another great video. sooo needed to see a wax melt review since I'm struggling to go from soy to something cheaper. I loved her rock n roll theme. question for you, ..I always wondered what happens to the glitter or the mica after the wax melts down.? did you experience any of that stuff sticking to the melter? did the melter need to be cleaned out more because of it? I've never used anything like that or purchased one to try. does your melter have a silicone liner and if so did the glitter or mica stick to it ?
I love that you do this! Idk how I’m just finding it, I’ve been watching wax and candle videos for years. I’m starting a hobby making wax melts myself. What a great video!
Thanks Christy! Glad you finally came across them!
When testing wax melt recipies... what is best; an electric burner / melter or one heated by a tealight ?
It's really a matter of preference. It's mostly about generating the right amount of heat for your wax blend. That is why companies like scentsy recommend certain bulbs or sell their own warmers. They know what works best for their melts. But it really will friend on type of wax for each person. Mostly though... preference
When you say they lasted for 3 days are you saying 3 days straight through without turning the warmer off? ty :)
Not 24 hours but the majority of the day yes
Hey Wade, I didn't hear u say definitively wht percentage of fo she's using. I'm about to strt making melts and I have a few questions.
I don't think it was shared. I imagine somewhere around 12%
@@BlackTieBarn I'm waiting on BW-921 to be delivered, but they say max is 10%. Just wondering if that's enough or should I push it to 12%. Also, they say pour at 170, but the clamshells say 140. Any advice?
@@Blackbeautynh Hi, I haven't used BW-921 much myself for melts yet.. when I did, I used 10%. So I am not sure if you can use 12 or not. One way to find out. :) You usually have more flexibilty when it comes to melts vs candles. So its worth a shot. As far as pour temp of 170. Yah I wouldn't do that hot as it can melt or wrap clamshells and even cause leaks. I like to pour clamshells as cool as the wax will let me. Try around 150 and see if it works and then adjust from there.
Would Makers Blend 100 be ok for wax melts? What do you recommend?
No. I'd try makers blend 150, problend 650 or c55 wax
How’s the performance for the MB150?
Do you recommend 150 over 494?
Good day Wayne.....I am verry new in wax melts, I am busy to starting my own business with wax melts. I am from South Africa. The wax that I am using is S100 Pure Soy wax......but it is really soft. I were thinking about to maybe use some beeswax with the Soy wax just to get it a bit harder for transportation. What would you advise me on this ? How many beeswax and Soy wax do I use ? I am not fermilliar with pure soy wax or beeswax. I did make candles for about 20years but never did use these two types of waxes. I really can do with some advise. Looking forward to hear drom you
If your wanting to firm them up... paraffin, beeswax, or palm will help. More soy will not and definitely not coconut either. Hope that helps
@@BlackTieBarn Hi Thank you for the advise. I did use beeswax and it is perfect. ☆☆☆☆☆♡♡♡
Hi I would love to see a review from a candle company called Harlem candle company that would be awesome
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Hey hi, I always your videos, I have a question, I just posted some wax melts on Fb Mp and this person wants 2 styles, 600 pcs total, should I be worried as far as scam? How should I work this.
I did told the customer I'll feel better if we deal in person, and for him to see the product too as well in person, he says he is a very busy man, should I do a contract?. I did told this customer a deposit will be required, if cancel, they lose the deposit, keep in mind I have only 1 mold for each style that he wants and what if they don't want to sign a contract?
Sounds like a scam 🫤
I think you should send me some of your products to review Wade & be my very first UA-cam video? 😂
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Great video! Has anyone tried wax 494? Do you think using 15% FO could be too much? Thanks!
I personally wouldn't use 15%, but yes that wax is pretty good
@@BlackTieBarn Thank you for your response :)
I use 494 but live in uk i really would not use 15%fo as you will find the wax to be very oily to touch and you get a better hot throw with lower fo % i found when testing i only need 8% fo with some off my scents hope this helps and makes sense x
What’s the best wax you’ve found to use for wax melts?
I'm actually explorting.. it was PB650 but it changed recently and I don't like it as much
@@BlackTieBarn have u found a great one?
How do I go about having you review my wax melts?
Hey Amanda. Shoot me an email to youtube@blacktiebarn.com
Ok wonderful thank you!
Can she also use paraffin 130
I would think so. Yep
Okay so if I want to add paraffin 130 to firm up my melts more will they still perform the same. I'm playing around with pillar of bliss, and c55 I also have 494. Do paraffin frost as will?
@@daphneyjeanpierre2754 no it doesn't frost. it may mottle (dpeending on wax type and that is intentional) or it may get a littly ashy (again depending on the type). But yes you can add some Paraffin 130. If anythinng it will increase the HT a bit.
Would you be able to test my Melts?
Someone listens to Type O Negative
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Don't know if you can.... But I would suggest blocking ALL political adds. I almost puked when Newsom's face came on and he started spouting lies trying to raise funds.
Unfortunately I can't control those at all. They ste randomly placed across you tube videos.
Love this review..I was wondering why mine was leaving residue in the cellophane bags thank you for mentioning it's normal🌸
No problem!
I really love these videos! It's great that you're helping people out! Not many people are like that so it's refreshing to see someone genuine and selfless
No problem at all. I enjoy it as well. Thanks so much!
I would love to send you some of ours for a review! Our wax melts are mostly designed by theme, so there are decorative elements! I don’t mainly focus on wax melts, but I have over 30 fragrances I use at the moment. My goal is to rename them all next year, but for now, many of them are just named by their fragrance oil. I really appreciate you doing these reviews! I have learned so much 🥰
As far as the wax melts you reviewed in this video, I absolutely love that they sent in a variety of packaging because I often worry about that! I hope you are having a blessed day!
Hey! Shoot me an email to youtube@blacktiebarn.com and we'll go from there
I don’t bother fighting with my wax to get it out of the warmer. Once the wax is no longer smelling I ball up a paper towel and swirl it around in the warmer to soak up the wax.
Yupa great suggestion!
Lol I just assumed that’s what everyone did
@@saralynnroze01 Many do, I do often as well. But traditional wax melts just popped out of melters so easily so many customers are still used to that. Especially middle age and up as that is how wax melts have worked for so long. :)
She’s definitely a rock fan lol I understood 3 Libras right away as a massive fan of anything by Maynard James Keenan. That being said, the packaging to me didn’t fit what she was going for, but she said she working on it but I love the idea :-)
Yep... its still quite new. :)
You're right Sam the packaging doesn't really match the theme but it's so incredibly hard to find music themed packaging. I am waiting on a cricut machine to make my own and yes I am definitely a rock fan. Music saved my life!
I bet. You could make custom stickers/labels inspired by the album artwork the songs came from maybe? That could stand out to a fan :-)
That's a great idea. They are probably copyrighted so I don't know if I could use artist or album image.
Key word is inspiration, because yes most likely they are
Love all of your videos. I’ve been making wax melts and giving to friends to test. I have to say I think I’ve nailed it down. I’m going to start next with linen and room sprays. I would like your input on how to make a professional label for wax melts as a personal seller…not yet ready to start a business but possibly sell to friends and markets to put myself out there. I would love to send you wax melts and a room spray for your advice. Hope this all made sense. Thank you for all of your great videos!
Hey Wade!:) I absolutely love your reviews I'm a very small candle maker that just launched my shop on Etsy:) Would you please please review a few of my candles if I send them to you?
Hey Don. Send me an email to youtube@blacktiebarn.com:)
@@BlackTieBarn Ok great:)
You said you tested 2-3 days. Do you mean you burned them continuously?
Love the wax melts reviews! Hope to see more!:)
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Beautiful beautiful Beautiful. Wax melts are so fun and unique. They are ready to make it a business in my humble opinion ♥️♥️♥️👏👏👏👏
I agree!
Thank you ruthie!
Nay. You can make it happen girly.#girlpower you got this don't stop and don't give up. Follow your dreams
@@RuthieRobles you're a sweetheart
@@RuthieRobles I agree. Nay D is pretty awesome, she's got this no problem!
Thank you for the new video! As always, fantastic job. I thought the music note melts and packaging was really cool. Love the card on the back, great job thinking outside the box (or bag 😆) I was a little confused by the names of the melts, and wasn’t sure how they pertained to music. This might be some of the information in the letter, but I couldn’t tell from looking at them or the names. I liked all the branding though with your card and the extras. Great job! 👍🏻
So you kind of have to know the songs to understand the names but they are all songs that remind me of certain times in my life and have meaning to me. I love all of the feedback and opinions here. Very helpful so thank you!
They are based on songs but very niche so you would have to know the music.
@@MusicMelts I wondered?? I love all that you have going on, however if you start selling outside of family and friends, you may need to make that more clear. Possibly a notecard that tells a little about the song or lyric so that the customer can learn more about that song if they choose to. Super cool idea though!! 🖤 ☺️
@@rebeccahatfield that's a great idea thank you lovely
@@MusicMelts absolutely! Would love to see everyone understand the meaning behind your story so your customers can experience and enjoy it with you 🥰
Have you ever tested putting a wax melt wax in your warmer with an aluminum liner? Do you think an aluminum liner would affect the fragrance throw/ scent? I thought if it was added to the wax bowl, a person could easily change out the waxes if they wanted to try another fragrance , when there is still some scent left in the one on the melter. Also, easier clean up would be a positive. Also, Do mug warmers used for tea mugs produce enough heat to melt the wax for fragrance? Are they too hot, not enough, or similar to wax heat elements? I have enjoyed your videos. I think I saw some of your products at a retailer when I was x-mas shopping in Overland Park. I didn't buy any at the time, but now I'm more intrigued. I wasn't shopping for myself (ha)!
Thank you. No ihavwng tried my warmers or the aluminum liner but I would think that would work just fine.:)
I just love your channel, information to help candle makers and you're just so charming. Greetings from Buffalo NY ❤️.
Thanks Cynthia!
I'd love to send my candles in for review, is there an email address to submit information?
Hey shoot me an email to youtube@blacktiebarn.com. :)
Thankyou love your video's. Is Pillar Of Bliss the same wax as Pro Blend 650 please? I have been blending 6006 with 4625 at 75/25 for melts and it's too soft for my liking. Any suggestion to keep an excellent hot throw without being too soft. Thanks in advance. You are the best!
Yes you can use eight POB of PB 650.
Also, try changing your current ratio to 50/50. That will help! :)
Wade what fragrance % do u recommend with this 50/50 blend?
What is your opinion on BW921.
Don't have a ton of experience with it yet. It was fine but the ht wasn't as good for me as it was with someone like c55. But it had other benefits
bw921 is the 💣
I don't agree with the hotter the device the faster the scent goes away. I know that should be true but it's not for me. I have a very hot coffee cup warmer and a little glass dish that I put on it for wax melts. I have tried all brands of wax melts and have made my own and they last forever for me. They don't seem to loose their scent. I just get tired of that one and want to try another. I've even saved one that I just got tired of smelling and weeks later put it in again and it was still strong after again melting it several times. The only thing I can think of is that most people put the wax in and turn it on and leave it on 24/7. I don't. I leave it on for a few hours a day and sometimes again in the evening. I think the longer you leave them on you just get used to the smell.
Thanks debbie.... I was just saying generally speaking.... hotter bulbs usually makes scent go away faster than a lower bulbs. Not that is fast or a concern. Just in comparison. It isn't bad either way. I prefer hotter bulbs myself. Just trying to offer perspective to those comparing comparing two. It's a general idea not a hard fact. TONS of variables
@@BlackTieBarn so true on the variables. Love your videos. I've learned a lot from them.
Hi! What brand of wax warmer do you use? I use "Candle Warmers" which is sold on Aztec website at a good price, the quality is very good but to my taste it does not heat enough.