How to Test Soy Wax Candles - Tips from a Candle Expert | Bramble Berry

[@bramble-berry]

🕯 Thanks for watching! You can read more about how to test soy wax candles on our website here: bberry.studio/HowToTestSoyWaxCandles 🕯 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Basic Testing Strategy 03:21 - Testing Your Core Materials 05:01 - Testing the Wicks 09:43 - Evaluating Your Wick Test 14:50 - Testing Your Fragrance Oils 19:48 - Scent Throw: Hot vs. Cold 22:18 - When Should You Retest? 23:30 - Final Recap 24:43 - Bloopers If you have any questions, feel free to contact our customer service team at [e-mail] or 877-627-7883 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PST, Monday-Friday. You can also live chat with customer service on BrambleBerry.com from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PST, Monday-Friday. Shop Bramble Berry: bberry.studio/_ShopBrambleBerry Recipes, Tips & Inspiration: bberry.studio/IntheStudio_Projects Facebook: facebook.com/BrambleBerry Instagram: instagram.com/brambleberry/ Twitter: twitter.com/brambleberry TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@brambleberry Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/brambleberry/

[@malena7362]

If you start testing in the halfway point should you still reach a full melt pool in the same amount of time depending on the size of jar?

[@vaniaguillen9718]

This video is showing me how bad some of the "store brand" candles that I have are. Sooting, check. Mushrooming, check. Yellow discoloration, check. Maybe it's time to start making my own candles.

[@kary2525]

I spend way too much on soy candles

[@kingdomchild03]

So true! I have experienced tunnelling a few times.

[@bebegrrl1]

London is one of my favorite Bramble Berry testers! I really enjoyed this video, thanks BB!

[@greekozygirl599]

Does London have a YT channel?

[@drensh5665]

I'm really happy for this video. My aunt and I live in Jamaica and we have just decided to start a candle making business and we have been wanting a video like this. Thanks for sharing and we will definitely post our candles for you to see.

[@studioknit]

I love all the Bramble Berry products and great project ideas. Handmade candles are so perfect for thoughtful holiday gifts.

[@stancexpunks]

Been waiting on a video explaining the different components of candle making! Can you make another video going more in depth on wicks and waxes?

[@cliviascreations]

Every time you come I am learning so much! Thank you, My Palo Santo Patchouli candles discolored to green!!!

[@linxx08]

So glad there is more candle info on FO product pages! My fave Bramble Berry fragrance in candles is Blueberry Thyme.

[@christinaparadise]

What a wonderful review!! I haven’t attempted candle making, and it honestly scares me with all the variables, but following along with this and taking notes has left me feeling way more confident!! I think I’m ready to start shopping for wicks and containers now!! 😃

[@renegirardi6624]

This is very informative and explanatory. Thank you.

[@MariaNyceDesigns]

Great & informative video, full of candle making checkpoints! Thanks so much for sharing your expertise!!! Hugs!

[@dwanngriffin1455]

Thanks BB & London for sharing so much great info with us!

[@jking5540]

You are an awesome teacher. Thank you.

[@patienceyusuf8036]

Thank you very much for this video and load of knowledge ❤

[@belhelviechurch3545]

Fantastic tutorial - really clear and helpful. Many thanks.

[@bramble-berry]

You're very welcome!

[@arob9490]

Thank you for the informative video. If I am testing a coconut/soy blend candle without fragrance, how long do I need to let it cure before testing?

[@samragimadan1708]

Hi , how successful are soy bubble candles, mine completely melt in 3 hrs and the wax scatters completely, is there a way to help them sustain longer, plz advise coz they look adorable and i want to make them work

[@bramble-berry]

We haven't heard of making Soy Bubble candles before. Our customer service team may be able to assist you though if you reach out via our chat or webform through our website, www.brambleberry.com

[@101kurtj]

I see a lot of the issues mentioned in store bought candles.

[@natashae701]

what do you do for testing if you want to sell candles larger than the size of your testing container? do you then have to test the candles in that same size of the larger container you want to use? for example, if i want to sell candles in a large 12oz container, do i have to test that in 12oz containers?

[@bramble-berry]

Yes, you would want to do tests in the container you plan to sell in. You do not have to fill them with wax all the way to get an idea of if the wicks you choose will work. We recommend at least 1 inch of wax for test candles.

[@natashae701]

@@bramble-berrythank you!

[@anastasialozytska5451]

Thank you! This was very helpful!

[@maritime_flowers]

The video has awesome tips however is there an equation for net weight of wax for which thickness of wick? Just trying to understand different thickness of wicks in my varying jar sizes. I do like to use wood wicks better so are they more universal? Thanks!

[@malena7362]

If you start testing in the half way point should you still reach a full melt pool in the same amount of time ?

[@powerinaturebygod]

How long should we leave candles In between burns? I feel that if I only leave 4h time, the second burn is not as powerful in terms of hot throw. Opinions? Thanks

[@RadioKannadiga]

Hi, thanks for good info. Can u tell me how to check the quality of soywax? Like, its purity.. Thank you

[@bramble-berry]

For technical document information, you're welcome to email [e-mail] and our team can assist you.

[@RadioKannadiga]

@@bramble-berry no, am not asking ur products. I asked generally.

[@GailShaw-z6b]

I am new to making candles and curious to know. When testing your candles, do you buy specific glass jars for testing?

[@bramble-berry]

We suggest using the same jars that you would like to sell your final product in.

[@arthurskye]

Awww no wonder particle goods looks sooo good..

[@lehcar19991]

How do you know how much wax to use if you not filling up all the way

[@bramble-berry]

After zeroing out your scale, you can fill the container up with water to the capacity you'd like to fill with wax and weigh it to get an estimate on how many ounces wax the container can hold

[@fredziffle5219]

👍Good info, thanks for posting

[@ramonastefanova6152]

Do the wax expands after cooled?

[@autumn.frost1286]

I’ve noticed that during my wick testing, certain brands and types of wicks mushroom a lot more than others even if every other part of the candle burn is perfect and even. I thought this was just a cosmetic issue more present with certain wicks, but is this actually problematic for my candles?

[@bramble-berry]

Are you making sure you trim your wicks to 1/4 inches before burning? If so, it sounds like you might need to try out some different wick sizes!

[@norhanali2921]

Please diy a gold & silver metallic candle

[@wandarortiz23]

What is the best wick for 8oz containers?

[@malena7362]

Did you figure it out?

[@wandarortiz23]

@@malena7362 no really, still trying different wicks. I have been using wood wick I think they are less complicated than cotton

[@rosabiasi6715]

Si possono acquistare le fraganze

[@bramble-berry]

Yes, our fragrances can be ordered on our website! www.brambleberry.com

[@julianbrinkmann6408]

Thank you.

[@ASMRFROSTYBLISS]

I don’t see the wax your using on the site

[@bramble-berry]

You can find it with this link: bberry.studio/Coconut_Soy_Wax

[@manorhouse3556]

How long did the fragrance candles cure before testing?

[@yolandalopez9197]

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[@debradowner8761]

"Raging inferno" hahahha

[@LizzieWestBathandBody]

My Biggest concern is Vessel explosion as we have seen with Gwenth Paltrows candle line, huge glass and wax explosions and fires. Granted this is done by a supplier ( White Label supplier and fulfillment) and Liability insurance only goes so far. It worries me. You have only used 1 type of glass here, and you have not shown a range. I understand the guidance here the vessel glass is scary if it was a blown or injected part then we could at least be guided by the triangle ( Ie HDPE 5) Maybe the Industry can change that sure would help with safety, Hot wax, Flames, Shards of Glass YIKES! Thanks for this great share and good information.

[@najamaja271]

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[@waynegross2113]

Yikes, love Brambleberry!!! Hate this wax is in a bag!!! Nope don't want to fuss with a bag and Im a stickler for melting wax in my presto pot. I think microwaves are horrible for the integrity of natural products! Sorry Charlie, but I'm old school! I wish Brambleberry would reconsider packaging this in slabs, pellets,, anything but in a bag where the wax has been liquified and put in a bag to have to liquefy again to be poured into something else. That's a huge hassle and not great for time scheduling. Sorry BB, you missed the boat here.

[@jamieiacoli6458]

She said "post covid." lol

[@studioknit]

I love all the Bramble Berry products and great project ideas. Handmade candles are so perfect for thoughtful holiday gifts.

[@Maha-oy5yz]

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