Candles are loved by all, although lately, gel candles are getting the most attention. One explanation is the possibility of designing them creatively and artistically. You can personalize them without difficulty…thereby adding an extra touch when giving them as a present. One other reason is they last longer than paraffin or wax candles since they burn at a slower rate.
When buying the wax to make gel candles remember that gel wax comes in three densities -high, medium and low. If you want exceptional fragrance in your candles, high density gel wax will be the best choice since it will be able to hold the fragrance better than medium or low density wax. This means that the scent of the candle will be stronger.
Be sure to use a non-stick multi-cooker, rather than a double boiler, skillet or saucepan, when melting wax to make gel candles. A multi-cooker will speed up the melting process…since gel wax is thicker than other waxes.
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Be sure not to use anything made of wood for stirring the gel wax. Use something that is made of hard plastic or metal to minimize bubbles in the gel wax .
Due to the substantial nature of the gel, pouring it into a mold can be a challenge…be patient as you pour. And due to the consistency of the gel wax, molding time will be longer.
A splendid advantage of gel candles is the gel’s thickness because it allows you to “suspend” or “float” different types of objects in the candle. You can also get creative and change the color of your gel candles by using bright, rich liquid dyes. The transparency of the gel wax is preserved by the liquid dyes. It only takes a few drops, so be careful when adding it to your wax. You don’t want to use too much and mess up your candle.
Do not use clothing dye, childrens crayons, soap dyes or food coloring. The use of these materials will cause it to burn differently since these are not made for candles!
These techniques will allow you to make gel candles fast while having lots of fun!
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