Why We Choose Soy Wax

WORKING WITH SOY
Soy wax has some quirks that sometimes make your candle look a little ugly. You may have noticed some of these natural occurrences and thought something was wrong with your candle. Let’s explore and explain.

WHY ARE MY CANDLE SURFACES BUMPY AFTER BURNING?
Bumpy tops are quite common after burning your soy candle. This happens when the rate of cooling is inconsistent, which can be hard to control once the candle has been lit and then put out. Your candle top can dry with a dry rough or uneven surface, and other times it will dry smooth. This will not affect the burning of your candle is a normal characteristic of all-natural soy wax candles.

FROSTING
Have you ever noticed a white powdery look to the top or sides of your candle? This is called frosting and it is a natural occurrence in soy wax. Frosting occurs when tiny crystals grow on the surface of the wax, and it cannot be fully controlled. The good news is that frosting does not affect the performance of your candle.

WET SPOTS
Wet spots can really frustrate soy wax candle makers. While not actually “wet,” The spots are where the wax has pulled away from the jar while cooling. Soy wax may cool at different speeds within the same jar. Those areas that cool a little faster may show up looking like wet spots. This does not affect the performance of our soy candles. Your candle will still burn nicely. 

PERFECT IMPERFECTIONS
The unique characteristics of soy wax can drive some candle makers crazy because they want a perfect looking candle along with the quality burn and scent experience. We embrace the imperfect, natural tendencies of soy wax because sometimes it’s just not worth chasing perfection. Although soy candles have some quicks, the benefits of soy wax outweigh the alternatives.