Soy wax is perfect for DIY candles, and it gets even better with the addition of bayberry oil. For every pound of soy wax, adding one percent to one and a half percent of bayberry oil creates an ...

A new study found that wax melts release more air pollutants than candles—comparable to gas stoves and diesel engines. Researchers previously found that other scented products, like cleaners and ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Anyone who’s browsed the home fragrance aisle lately has likely noticed the growing selection of scented wax melts – those colorful chunks of fragrant wax designed to be warmed ...

To make bayberry candles, the wax is separated from the fruit by boiling it in water and collecting the wax from the water’s surface. The wax, which melts in the range 39–49 ºC, is heated at low ...

To make bayberry candles, the wax is separated from the fruit by boiling it in water and collecting the wax from the water’s surface. The wax, which melts in the range 39–49 ºC, is heated at low ...

Others believe heat from the candle melts and softens the wax, which falls out over the next few days. When you’re done, split the candle open and check out all the nasty stuff inside -- wax ...

you'll benefit from a candle warmer lamp with an adjustable height. Remember: The closer the lamp is to the wax, the faster it'll melt, but the two should not be touching—a few inches in between is ...

How to repurpose almost-empty candles into wax melts As demonstrated by Glue Guns & Roses, you can use products like the Crafter's Square Silicone Mold or the Surefresh Silicone Honeycomb Ice Cube ...