This video could NOT have popped up at a better time. As soon as I saw 464 immediately I knew this was for me😅. Just starting out with candle making and I’m trying both 464 & coconut apricot wax. Getting the CT/HT just right in both are driving me insane. Thank so much Erica! You are the reason I decided to go for it.
I have used 464 since the beginning and had so many sink holes pouring at 150degrees so I started pouring at a low temp. Usually around 125-130 and had better results and less heat gun use. I’ve never tried pouring at a higher temperature so I’m going to try that! I did order the new coconut apricot wax from candle science, I’ve heard good things. Has anyone else used this new wax? If so do you mix with 464? I always use the 10% on oils and the hot throw has always done great with 464. I usually use the straight sided 8oz jars and have a good results! Always, thanks Erica! ❤
I love all your videos and you've been incredibly helpful and important to me as I've been starting my candle biz the last 6 months. Every video you make is so helpful.
This is such a good topic. I watched candlescience's lives and was so surprised when Cassi high-temp poured! I asked a bunch of questions and she's like "oh yeah. Just stir and pour past 180. Don't even worry about it." Lesson learned! Thank you for comparing 464 to soy 10 a little - we're working with 464 and haven't had any issues, but we're looking at trying different waxes just to get more experience. Loved this video! Feels like a "back to basics" topic. Thank you! ❤
I started dabbling in 2010. I sampled a few different waxes in the beginning. I was unimpressed, and unsuccessful with paraffin, and didn't have a much better experience with palm. I moved on to 464 pretty quickly and never looked back. I used straight sided Libbey jars, with one wick, and achieved amazing results. I don't know anyone that minds the frosting, and most folks who prefer soy understand what it will look like after burning it. I was never good with monitoring temps due to my special needs son. He was 9, and quite a handful. Sometimes I'd have to walk away (very briefly) multiple times during a batch so the process could drag on. It didn't hurt it. I shared your thoughts the one and only time I attempted pouring at a low temp. I don't understand the obsession with paraffin. These new suppliers will tell you that it's necessary for a good throw. That's complete rubbish. I did fairly well back then, only selling locally. Eventually I had to take a hiatus due to family stuff. I'm excited to finally get back to candles this year. I watch your videos just to see if there is something you cover that I haven't considered yet, since it has been several years. I will add that, heat gunning the top does suck. Lol
Great video! Tell me more about your wick holders! Please. I want to mention that the ambient temperature of the room that you’re pouring in has so much to do with your candles. I feel like it also matters where you live, too. I’ve been using 464 for a while now. The hotter the pour the better the performance. I tried to do 135 140 even 150 and I always had problems. I now pour at 160. And I’ve gotten good results with smooth tops, no frosting.
Thanks for this - was a nice “back to basics” making type video/podcast. It was great to hear about your initial start with essential oils, beeswax, etc. I’m trying real hard to stick with the predominantly beeswax candles (but mix with coconut & soy to enhance the scent retention) but I’m only using the 100% essential oils in my wickless candles, wax melts, diffusers & room sprays. And even at that, I’m careful with which ones I use and how much. Initially, I thought essential oils was the way to go with my candles and then I researched, and did more research ‘cause I couldn’t believe what I was finding out and, yup they can be very helpful for certain things in certain forms but they can also be very harmful when miss used. Who knew?! I really want to stick with things that are all natural, etc but that’s not always the best option for candles. I mean, even poison ivy is all natural!! 😂.
Hi, based on your experience, which wax and wick do you recommend with minimal sinkholes, soot and stong hot throw? And also which wax do you recommend for wax melts? I dont wanna complicate my life,
I dig this video style! I use 464 and after like 5+ years I get it (lol). But I'm starting to get into Virgin Coconut-Soy and all i hear is good things. Smooth tops as well. I def want to try a wax that doesnt cause me more work in the future
ALL of my candle problems got fixed when I switched to Soy10. I add fragrance at about 200 and usually wait until it gets to 165 or lower to pour it. I can’t be bothered to wait for it to get lower. lol.
I have been testing for 6 months with freedom soy & beeswax. I am going to try to high temp pour. I usually pour at 160 or lower. I am having such a hard time with sink holes and when I use a heat gun the tops often look worse! I do not want to baby the candles as that is so inefficient.
This is a great video title! Ahhh 464, jeez, pouring at 45 Celsius does give the best result for minimizing sink holes, but all the other problems and issues from using 464 is just not worth it for me plus the hot throw is pretty disappointing compared to other soy waxes.
The fragrances I have tried with a good ht are: Pumpkin Chai by CS, Christmas Heart by CS, Apple Cider Donut by TFC, Jasmine Honeysuckle by TFC, Gardenia Tuberose by CS.
Hi! Love your videos! I’m a candle business owner. My question is, won’t the high temperature lead to tunneling issues? Or how to avoid tunneling issues on my candles? Sorry not sure if I should look at another video probably you have discussed it before. And thank you so much for all the information! You’re awesome! 💕
I am very new to candle making.. I was just melting my 4th batch of wax when I found this video. I have been melting my wax to about 190 and pouring in the fragrance oil at this temp but I didn't know I could immediately pour the candle at this temperature! Honestly If it weren't for your videos.. which I am so grateful I found when I did my first batch.. I would probably be still sitting at my kitchen table scratching my head lol. Who knew there was so much Math involved in candle making 😅Not me at least.. Thank you so much for sharing all of this information with us. You truly are appreciated!
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This video could NOT have popped up at a better time. As soon as I saw 464 immediately I knew this was for me😅. Just starting out with candle making and I’m trying both 464 & coconut apricot wax. Getting the CT/HT just right in both are driving me insane. Thank so much Erica! You are the reason I decided to go for it.
Yes it can be soo hard to get that right! And then sometimes if the CT/HT are great….. the wick is wrong 🫠🫠🫠
I have used 464 since the beginning and had so many sink holes pouring at 150degrees so I started pouring at a low temp. Usually around 125-130 and had better results and less heat gun use. I’ve never tried pouring at a higher temperature so I’m going to try that! I did order the new coconut apricot wax from candle science, I’ve heard good things. Has anyone else used this new wax? If so do you mix with 464? I always use the 10% on oils and the hot throw has always done great with 464. I usually use the straight sided 8oz jars and have a good results! Always, thanks Erica! ❤
Thank you Erica. I enjoyed this candle making video. Yes more of this type of content 🎉❤
I’m so glad ☺️
I am literally dealing with the same issue at the moment. Extremely helpful! Thank you for sharing!
I use and love 454 coconut soy wax. I don't see a lot of people using that. Any idea why?
That's what I use and I love it , 464 was horrible for me, 454 has been my best friend Lol
Hello, what type of wicks do you use?
@@lkwittmayer I use the CD wicks
I love all your videos and you've been incredibly helpful and important to me as I've been starting my candle biz the last 6 months. Every video you make is so helpful.
I’m so glad to hear that Lauren! ☺️🩷
This is such a good topic. I watched candlescience's lives and was so surprised when Cassi high-temp poured! I asked a bunch of questions and she's like "oh yeah. Just stir and pour past 180. Don't even worry about it." Lesson learned!
Thank you for comparing 464 to soy 10 a little - we're working with 464 and haven't had any issues, but we're looking at trying different waxes just to get more experience.
Loved this video! Feels like a "back to basics" topic. Thank you! ❤
Yes! I stopped worrying about pour temp as soon as I just started doing everything at high temps!
And thank you! ☺️
I started dabbling in 2010. I sampled a few different waxes in the beginning. I was unimpressed, and unsuccessful with paraffin, and didn't have a much better experience with palm. I moved on to 464 pretty quickly and never looked back. I used straight sided Libbey jars, with one wick, and achieved amazing results. I don't know anyone that minds the frosting, and most folks who prefer soy understand what it will look like after burning it. I was never good with monitoring temps due to my special needs son. He was 9, and quite a handful. Sometimes I'd have to walk away (very briefly) multiple times during a batch so the process could drag on. It didn't hurt it. I shared your thoughts the one and only time I attempted pouring at a low temp.
I don't understand the obsession with paraffin. These new suppliers will tell you that it's necessary for a good throw. That's complete rubbish. I did fairly well back then, only selling locally. Eventually I had to take a hiatus due to family stuff. I'm excited to finally get back to candles this year. I watch your videos just to see if there is something you cover that I haven't considered yet, since it has been several years.
I will add that, heat gunning the top does suck. Lol
Great video! Truly enjoyed your opinion and thoughts! Recently started pouring at hotter temps and loving it
That’s great!! 🩷
Great video! Tell me more about your wick holders! Please.
I want to mention that the ambient temperature of the room that you’re pouring in has so much to do with your candles. I feel like it also matters where you live, too. I’ve been using 464 for a while now. The hotter the pour the better the performance. I tried to do 135 140 even 150 and I always had problems. I now pour at 160. And I’ve gotten good results with smooth tops, no frosting.
Yes I love talking about that actual process and making a candle. I Need Help 😢mainly HT and wicks. Do you have any recipes?
Thanks for this - was a nice “back to basics” making type video/podcast. It was great to hear about your initial start with essential oils, beeswax, etc. I’m trying real hard to stick with the predominantly beeswax candles (but mix with coconut & soy to enhance the scent retention) but I’m only using the 100% essential oils in my wickless candles, wax melts, diffusers & room sprays. And even at that, I’m careful with which ones I use and how much. Initially, I thought essential oils was the way to go with my candles and then I researched, and did more research ‘cause I couldn’t believe what I was finding out and, yup they can be very helpful for certain things in certain forms but they can also be very harmful when miss used. Who knew?! I really want to stick with things that are all natural, etc but that’s not always the best option for candles. I mean, even poison ivy is all natural!! 😂.
Hi, based on your experience, which wax and wick do you recommend with minimal sinkholes, soot and stong hot throw? And also which wax do you recommend for wax melts? I dont wanna complicate my life,
Yes! So good 😊
I dig this video style! I use 464 and after like 5+ years I get it (lol). But I'm starting to get into Virgin Coconut-Soy and all i hear is good things. Smooth tops as well. I def want to try a wax that doesnt cause me more work in the future
I’m so glad to hear!
And yes! I feel you may be like “my gosh this is simple and easy to work with!” 😆🩷
Hi Erica, just wondering what you use to measure the wax level in your candles? Do you have an affiliate link?
ALL of my candle problems got fixed when I switched to Soy10. I add fragrance at about 200 and usually wait until it gets to 165 or lower to pour it. I can’t be bothered to wait for it to get lower. lol.
Love this topic! I’m currently struggling with soy wax. At what temp you heat your wax and pour? Thanks
I have been testing for 6 months with freedom soy & beeswax. I am going to try to high temp pour. I usually pour at 160 or lower. I am having such a hard time with sink holes and when I use a heat gun the tops often look worse! I do not want to baby the candles as that is so inefficient.
This is a great video title!
Ahhh 464, jeez, pouring at 45 Celsius does give the best result for minimizing sink holes, but all the other problems and issues from using 464 is just not worth it for me plus the hot throw is pretty disappointing compared to other soy waxes.
Thank you!
And yes I absolutely agree!
Another great video! How about if we all comment on the best fragrances with a strong HT for 464 soy wax?
The fragrances I have tried with a good ht are: Pumpkin Chai by CS, Christmas Heart by CS, Apple Cider Donut by TFC, Jasmine Honeysuckle by TFC, Gardenia Tuberose by CS.
Hi,there i have a question where you get your settled tool i need a single one for my Tins..thanks many blessings 🙌
To be honest i dont like 464 at the beginning I used but wasn't not good so many headaches..
What is that wick plunger thing ? I want one but have no idea what they're called ❤
Hi! It's called a wick press and I get it from this etsy shop: etsy.com/shop/carpelink
New candlemaker business owner here.
What's the best recommendation for perfect poring (fragrance plus soy wax) that reduces tunneling?
Hi! Love your videos! I’m a candle business owner. My question is, won’t the high temperature lead to tunneling issues? Or how to avoid tunneling issues on my candles? Sorry not sure if I should look at another video probably you have discussed it before. And thank you so much for all the information! You’re awesome! 💕
So the temperature while making candles doesn’t affect or causing tunneling, that has everything to do with the wick size :)
And thank you! ☺️☺️
I am very new to candle making.. I was just melting my 4th batch of wax when I found this video. I have been melting my wax to about 190 and pouring in the fragrance oil at this temp but I didn't know I could immediately pour the candle at this temperature! Honestly If it weren't for your videos.. which I am so grateful I found when I did my first batch.. I would probably be still sitting at my kitchen table scratching my head lol. Who knew there was so much Math involved in candle making 😅Not me at least.. Thank you so much for sharing all of this information with us. You truly are appreciated!
Hey you dont pour at the recommended temperature written on the bag?
We personally don’t!
Do you have. A link for the double wick setter?
It’s called a wick setter…
What wax do you use?
Soy 10!
Have you tried soy 444?