If you are passionate about candle making, La Bottega delle Creazioni offers a wide range of waxes and additives, each with different characteristics that adapt to various types of creative projects. Let's discover together the three main categories of waxes and a type of additive available.
1. Vegetable waxes: natural and ecological
Vegetable waxes represent an ecological choice, being obtained from natural raw materials such as soy, olives or coconut.
- Soy wax : This wax provides excellent fragrance diffusion, making it perfect for container candles ( Keragreen , Cargill C3 ). It is also ideal for scented melts and candles in moulds such as Kerax 4120 .
- Olive wax : Obtained from olive oil, this wax has a thicker consistency than soy wax. It is perfect for making scented candles in molds and melts. It is also appreciated in cosmetics for its nourishing properties. ( Eco olive pillar ).
- Soy and Coconut Wax : This wax is a blend of coconut and soy wax, specially designed for making scented candles in containers. It ensures remarkable adhesion to glass. Coconut/soy wax ( Nature wax C6 ) is the ideal solution for those who want to make their own scented candles. It offers many benefits that make it easy to create high-quality homemade candles. Coconut oil is a vegetable oil composed of approximately 90% saturated acids, extracted from coconut meat. Used in the production of candles, it helps to improve combustion. It is also very popular in the cosmetics industry for its benefits on the skin and hair.
2. Mineral waxes: traditional
Paraffin is the most popular mineral wax, derived from petroleum. It is easy to work with and suitable for beginners. Often used in industrial candles, it has a strong ability to diffuse scents.
3. Beeswax: Natural and Versatile
Beeswax , one of the most valuable natural animal waxes, is obtained from the secretions of bees. Used mainly for natural unscented candles and cosmetics, it improves the consistency and scent of the blends. Its unique scent makes natural candles even more pleasant.
Additives: an extra touch for your creations
To improve the properties of waxes, La Bottega delle Creazioni also offers additives such as Stearin or stearic acid . Stearic acid is a saturated fat that is used in many household products such as soaps, cosmetics and lotions, stick deodorants and candles. Stearin makes candles more durable, colorable and increases their melting point.
Now that you know the different options available, you can choose the wax that best suits your creative needs!