When making soy wax candles, be aware of the following 3 - 4 common mistakes

Using the wrong type of wax: 

Not all soy wax are created equal. Some are better suited for candles than others. 

For example, using a soy wax blend that is intended for other applications, such as skincare, can result in a soy wax candle that doesn't burn properly or has a weak scent throw. 

It's important to use a high - quality soy wax that is specifically formulated for candle - making.

Overheating the wax: Soy wax has a relatively low melting point, and overheating soy wax can cause several problems. 

soy wax can degrade the quality of the wax, making soy wax less able to hold fragrance and causing soy wax to burn less cleanly. 

Additionally, overheated wax can discolor, which is not aesthetically pleasing. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for melting the wax and use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.

Adding fragrance oil too early or in the wrong amount: Fragrance oil should be added to the wax at the appropriate temperature.

Adding soy wax too early, while the wax is still too hot, can cause the fragrance to evaporate before the candle is even made. 

On the other hand, adding too little fragrance oil will result in a candle with a weak scent, while adding too much can overpower the senses and may even affect the burning properties of the candle.

Using the wrong wick: The size and type of wick are crucial for the proper burning of a soy wax candle. 

A wick that is too small will not draw enough wax up to burn properly, resulting in a tunneling effect where the wax burns only in the center around the wick. 

A wick that is too large, however, will cause the candle to burn too quickly, produce more soot, and may not distribute the fragrance evenly. 

It's important to test different wick sizes and types to find the one that works best for your specific candle - making setup.