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Candle Science

Deeper explanations about what’s actually going on underneath the waxy surface.

how to prevent and fix candle tunneling
Fix Common Candle Making Problems

3 Ways To Fix Candle Tunneling

Learn how to fix candles that aren’t using up all their wax as well as a few tried and true ways to prevent it from happening at all

By Kevin Fischer, 3 monthsFebruary 22, 2025 ago
measuring weight of water for candles
Learn Candle Making Basics

Candle Math Equations

Learn how to calculate the exact amount of wax and fragrance oil to use in your candles with these three equations. Includes custom blends.

By Kevin Fischer, 4 yearsFebruary 26, 2021 ago
pointing at a flash point listed on a bottle
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Should You Care About Flash Point?

Learn if you should pay attention to the flash point of a fragrance oil when making candles to avoid degrading or damaging your scent throw.

By Kevin Fischer, 4 yearsJanuary 21, 2021 ago
Learn Candle Making Basics

How To Measure Hot Throw

The BLO test is a great way to put a somewhat concrete framework to measure a very subjective item – hot throw, which can be clouded by bias and opinion

By Kevin Fischer, 4 yearsNovember 14, 2020 ago
specific gravity for candle making
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Specific Gravity – Advanced Candle Math

Specific gravity is a variable often overlooked in candle math because it varies so much and seems hard to calculate. Learn how to use it better!

By Kevin Fischer, 5 yearsSeptember 5, 2020 ago
uv inhibitors
Fix Common Candle Making Problems

Simple Guide to UV Inhibitors

UV inhibitors are one of the best tools in a candle makers toolbox to fight against degradation caused by oxygen and ultraviolet light. Learn more!

By Kevin Fischer, 5 yearsAugust 29, 2020 ago
a better hot throw
Fix Common Candle Making Problems

A Better Hot Throw

Hot throw is the most desirable part of a scented candle. Learn how scent actually works in candles and wax warmers and how to optimize it every time!

By Kevin Fischer, 5 yearsJuly 24, 2020 ago
candle curing for beginners
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Candle Curing for Beginners

Candle curing is a critical component of candle making. Learn how it works, what the controversy is about, and how long it needs to be!

By Kevin Fischer, 5 yearsJuly 13, 2020 ago
comprehensive guide to soy wax
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A Comprehensive Guide to Soy Wax

Learn more about where soy wax comes from, how it works, and which to use in our guide. It is a critical part of the candle making market.

By Kevin Fischer, 5 yearsJuly 3, 2020 ago
are candles bad for you
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Are Candles Bad For You?

Learn how the ingredients in fragrance oils might impact human health and whether or not candles are bad for you when they omit aroma in your home.

By Kevin Fischer, 5 yearsJune 30, 2020 ago

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FREE 18 PAGE eBOOK FOR CALCULATING WAX AND FRAGRANCE

Easy explanations for the ins and outs of candle calculations, even if you're bad at math!

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