Wax 101 - An Introduction to Wax Tarts!

[@lovelycee08]

no i know im addicted to wax when im ready to watch a 57 minute video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GREAT VIDEO!

[@CreoleAzucar]

I am brand new to the world of wax. Thank you for this video! It was very, very informative. I watched it in its entirety!

[@jeanb.7963]

Yes the video was long,but not boring it was very informative. I learned so much. Will definitely check out the vendor video. This is a new hobby I'm definitely going to start.Having info on good vendors is a must. Looking forward to watching your other video's. Be blessed!

[@cgrepresentative01]

I loved this video. Very helpful. I don't think your wrong with hiding your name on Facebook. This is just a hobby that you like and you don't have to associate it with no one else. I've been interested in melts but haven't really known as much as I learnt in this video. Thank you for taking the time doing this .

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I am glad that it was helpful! I really do not like FB, but you need to be on it to order from a lot of these vendors!

[@karenb3857]

Wow, didn't realize this video was done back in 2014 but I think it is awesome as I am very new to the wax melt community -- July 2019

[@chrissyfig3521]

Same here, i want to get into making tarts/melts. This video definitely helped even tho its from several years ago

[@Babybubdo]

I loved this video so much!! I wish you had gotten into wax before me, this would've helped me out so much in the beginning!! Good job!! One thing, the highest any lightbulb warmer goes is 25 watt, some people have changed the light bulbs out for 40 watt bulbs which I think is crazy. I tried it, thank God I was home it melted the whole inside and I had to throw the warmer out. I only use hotplates now.

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I did not know that people were changing them out for higher wattage bulbs…that does seem like a bad idea! That is lucky that you were home when it melted the whole inside….that is so crazy!

[@rubymist43]

I have several warmers and have yet to change out light bulbs but I defitely would use ONLY the wattage bulb that the unit suggests. All my warmers work wonderful with the original bulbs anyway so I wouldn't even figure purchasing a higher wattage.

[@HappyKeepinItNappy]

Great informative video and thanks for the "video outline" in the description box, very helpful! 👍

[@hskerfan402]

I stumbled across your channel and loved this video. I look forward to other ones!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy my videos…mostly wax hauls and warm reviews with some Lush stuff!

[@NotAVampireLvr]

watched the FULL hour. Very informative and helpful. Thanks!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

You watched the full hour, LOL! Thanks, this one took me awhile..I want to change it up a little…maybe I'll change it up in the summer and break it down into smaller chunks or something!

[@NotAVampireLvr]

yeah I'm a little crazy like that. Got some lesson planning done at the same time.

[@iiviiiivii928]

Danielle Crain it's not a full hour. You might need to go back to grade school....

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Hi you guys, thank you for the comments and clearing that up on the light bulb warmers…did not realize that they should be 25W but some people try higher wattage bulls (which does sound like a bad idea). I want to reply to each comment, but work is kicking my butt this week and I am exhausted….need to upload a video tonight too! I will do a vendor video, but it may take a week or so, I want to really think through what I want to say about the vendors. Have a great night you guys!

[@msmyzee]

Love this video. A must watch for people in the wax world!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you, I need to put time stamps on it to make it easier for people to locate the section they want….weekend project!

[@zdavidjoke]

This is just a little piece of information for whoever stumbles across it... not only did Yankee start using the term "tarts," it is a registered trademark of theirs. Obviously we in the community can freely call melts whatever we want and I also use "tarts, melts, wax" etc. interchangeably. However, Yankee is the only company who actually refers to their melts as Tarts (at least legally), and any other company who did so would probably be gone after by Yankee.

[@jenniferkannapel9450]

Had no idea! thanks!!

[@mikanchiaki9146]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE your video! Your video is very informative! Thank you for your time to make this long long video. But it is not boring, at all! XD

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you, I am glad that the video helped! I was so lost about tarts when I first heard about them, LOL!

[@tanyabonnett7787]

Excellent video,lots of information and no biased opinion

[@BTalise87]

Fantastic video! Coming from a newbie wax lover you touched on everything I wanted to know or felt was important to learn. Thanks!

[@sk8rwump]

Loved this video! And I would definitely love to hear about the different wax vendors that you buy from. I'm relatively new to wax, although I've been a great lover of candles for years. I can't wait to hear more about the candle's wick-less cousin :) I never knew that you weren't supposed to wait for most of the tart to evaporate so that was something interesting to learn.

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I love that term, the "candle's wick-less cousin"! That is so cute and clever! I am glad that it helped a little, I was confused at first myself too about the wax not evaporating!

[@rubymist43]

Recently I found out from a Scentsy friend, use 3-4 cotton balls to soak up old wax. Then just throw them away. I never thought of this option and works very well. The freezer way, thats also a way I never thought of. Neat idea also!

[@airgeadarachcridhe]

Lisa Kluka, you can also use the wax soaked cotton balls as fire starters when camping.

[@jerrieroberts8611]

Yes your video is a big help, I have just started buying wax and really wanting to start making them I have made a few wax tarts and they have turned out great as far as the smell I haven't gotten to melt any of them because of the cure time I have started buying wax from different venders so I can get a feel of what's out there I have listened to a bunch if not all of your videos I live them you are quite entertaining lol in a good way lol All of your post has been helpful I started out buying Bella candles which was a waste of good money I still have two big ones I thought I would keep just I case the power went out haha they just didn't have the throw I was wanting so I started watching u-tube and I have learned a lot threw watching So Thank you can't wait for your next video I have a package coming today from SSNT I'm going to do my first wax haul live for you to watch and get your input Thank you Jerrie (real name) lol

[@mkjd35]

Thank you so so much for this video. I watched the whole thing. I very recently got into the wav melts. Had no idea there was so much out there.

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I am glad that the video was helpful (hopefully), LOL! Have fun ordering and melting! The vendor wax world is so much fun, and there are so many great scents!

[@Catsbrainz]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video.....much appreciated. I learned a lot. :)

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Catsbrainz you are very welcome! I should do an updated video one day!

[@MissNikki954]

wow i actually watched this whole video. great information

[@autumnmartin8177]

I sell paraffin wax candles and I also do wax mets and tarts also. Sometimes I will use my ice pick in the middle of the tart when giving my free trial and I will put 3 to 5 different types together so they can try and see what they like.

[@Andeey90]

Loved this video! Lots of great info. Would love to hear more info on the vendors. Great job!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I will do a vendor video soon…it might take me a month or so, I want to really think through it first! But I will do one soon!

[@JustJenny2023]

Great video! Wish this was around a couple months ago when I first became addicted. 😊 Can't wait to see what else you have in store for this year! I'm getting caught up on your videos since I was out of the country for almost 3 weeks. I missed your videos!!!!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Welcome back, I hope your trip was a blast, I think I saw some of the pics on FB, it looked beautiful!

[@k3lzzm.502]

Thank you for this because I'm just starting with making my own and I already make soap and laundry detergent so this was helpful thank you🙏💞

[@nicolewebb1750]

Okay I will check it out! Wow that is a lot! I'm very new at it I mean I have scensty wax, but I recently came across the jewelry in candle vendors then all the wax vendors it's so cool all the different shapes and colors it's like where have you been all my life haha

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

The "wax world' is so much fun! I still have Scentsy that I use, but I love buying vendor wax now and supporting them! I have not ever tried jewelry in candles, so let me know how it turns out!

[@cammysixx]

Great informative video! You obviously have had experience with public speaking. Very few umms and uhs. A very refreshing change. :) Pls make more!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I always think I say um way too much, and I do say it on videos and it drives me crazy, LOL! I do a lot of public speaking at work, but I am always trying to improve!

[@RebaSuspish23]

Im SO jelly of all your wax!!!! WOW!!! Thx for the video I am new to wax and this was deff helpful. I can't wait to watch more of your videos.

[@SpaceCitySoaps]

Thank you so much for your awesome video - so informative and exciting! We are new to the wax community and love it! (We are Soap/Bomb/Bubble makers turning into Waxies!) Love it - Melissa.

[@lindseydavis9845]

I love this video!! Haven't seen anyone else do a video like this.

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you, I hope it provides some good info to new waxies!

[@yaznasir]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

No problem, I was thinking about what would have helped me when I first got into wax and thought it might be useful.

[@RegiSmart]

Thank you so much for this video. I am new to the world of wax melts. You answered all the questions I had and even some I hadn't thought of yet. hehe... so ty very much.

[@flcandlelover6792]

What a great video! You worked long and hard on this, I can tell! I appreciate it so much!!! You and Madeuplikeadoll are creating a wax addict in me!!! What are your thoughts on wax expiration? You said something once about wax still being good after a certain time??

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I think that the paraffin tarts last quite a long time, I have heard of people have them for well over a year and they still throw. The ones that are 100% soy have the shortest shelf life…I have heard around six to eight months. The para-soy ones depend. All of my hauled wax is less than five months old, but I will let you know how they do as time goes by!

[@Kpmomof4]

Thank you so much! I love your video's! You are such a blessing and I appreciate all you do!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you, I hope the video was helpful! I really should do an updated one soon….hopefully I can ramble less, LOL!

[@nellythevegan854]

My Random Favorite Things hi there I'm from the UK and came across this very interesting and informative video and don't curb your lovely ramblings it's part of you and made me smile 😁 thank you for the fb tip shall check them out. I'd definitely be interested in watching the update if you make it I'm gonna check out your other videos thanks again for the info xx

[@RebaBee83]

Amazing video! I would love to see an update of what you have learned over the years of melting. New sub!💝💝💝💝☕🥳🥰

[@world0fwax309]

i'd like to see the vendor video!!! loved this one

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I will do a vendor one for sure, and I will probably update it periodically as I try new vendors too!

[@RebelLaurel]

I think this video was well done. As for warmers, I melt my CFTKR in a 16w hot plate, and a 25w light bulb warmer. It takes longer in a light bulb warmer to melt, but it smells just as good. Well I think so :P Most light bulb warmers come with either 20 or 25w light bulbs depending on the size. Both Scentsy and BHG warmers have these wattages. Some people replace the bulbs with a 40w and I think that is tempting disaster personally. As for your thoughts on vendors, I would like to see them. I know that I, in the past, wanted to do something similar--but you are correct, the potential backlash scared me off. There are some vendors that I dislike that others love, some I love that others dislike, and that's okay. Everyone's experience is different. I would enjoy hearing yours, because you are right everyone needs to try it for themselves, but knowing some one else's opinion is good too. I think I've rambled enough for now. Thanks, and have a great day!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you for the post, and you did not ramble too long at all! I did not know that CFTKR would melt in a lower wattage hot plate, or a bulb warmer. Hmmm, now that gives me more options! I will do a vendor video, but maybe will only highlight the positives of each vendor, and people can just pick ones with the qualities they are looking for. Not sure….still so very afraid of backlash!

[@RebelLaurel]

Thanks. Yes I do it in my 25w lightbulb or my 16w hot plate for the best results. I've found that I don't really like my 24w hot plate with most vendors. That sounds like a plan. Yeah the backlash is what scares me off of doing those videos. I've filmed a dozen of them, but never put them up because of that. At the same time though, I kind of don't care about the backlash, because my channel is for me and my opinions. And those giving the backlash probably have vendors they don't like. I don't know, who knows maybe I'll get some gumption back and do it. Just know that if you do it, I won't take a strike at you :P I'd still be interested, because even if our opinions are different, there's always something new to learn :)

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I would love to see your video on vendors! You are right, our channels are for our opinions, and as long as they are shared tactfully with no bashing, I think they should be fine! I really do like your honesty in your videos, I guess we will see how it goes!

[@RebelLaurel]

Awesome! I think I just uploaded a video on this topic, asking for opinions. But I think I'll do it anyway, cause I want to. Aw thanks, I like your honesty too :D Hope to see yours too!!!

[@candacelacy3246]

Omg, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! for posting this video, it's SO informative, I would like to know if you could list a few of the vendors that you actually buy from, I wasn't able to catch the name of the vendor who sells the Toasted Marshmallow in the little oval clear cup? I got Ava's country cubbard, beezy's, starlight, two timing tart, and I already placed an order from Ten Digit creations!! I missed the chunky bar Vendor also. Thanks in advance. Because I am a serious wax addict, and I'm looking forward to trying New Vendors!! Your entire video is Seriously informative, and So Helpful!!

[@lobsterpudding1]

I loved the video as a newbie and found it very helpful!!!! I do hope there is a part 2 with the vendors. =)

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I am so glad that it helped! I will do a second part with the vendors…in maybe a month…need to take careful notes before I film that one!

[@lobsterpudding1]

Awesome!!!!! I have enjoyed ALL your videos so far! =)

[@kathleenschmitz5370]

Very helpful. Thanks a bunch!

[@sharonsanna6450]

Great informative video. I'm new at this so I need all the info I can get. Thanks!

[@CanezCam]

Great video! Very informative and helpful. I was only able to find one FB general wax group (What Smells So Good), but I'm really enjoying it so far and am hoping to find more groups. :)

[@JoyOfWax]

Great intro to wax!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you, I am glad that people are responding well to it!

[@dorisdunn9845]

I just found your video. I’ve made only one batch of melts, but my wax is beeswax. Can you use previously used melts and add more fragrance? Especially if it’s for my own use.

[@brandywilliams4104]

Oh my gosh. I love you. Lmbo Im 15minutes into this video and I keep cracking up!!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

LOL, thank you! This video was a pain to make, I am glad people are liking it! I also need to talk about your pan in my next review video…I melted one chunk of it and it was AWESOME!

[@5greatdayswithhim636]

where do you recommend getting your destash candles and or tarts from? I've never eve heard of it before, seems like a good idea.

[@sarahlou5777]

Why can we not use to zippy lock bags? To store them

[@tamikagardet7022]

Leaks the fragrance, use cello or poly bags

[@paigeb8485]

Great Video!!! Thanks so much for the tips!!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

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[@imacrapschick]

Goodness.....Lotta talking and worrying about others.....Just show us how wonderful you are at your talent!!!! Don’t sweat other people....millions of us do wax making and some of us do videos.....You are unique yet, the same! Good luck and kick butt!!!

[@grneyedshewolf]

love the video just wish that you would put the companies names of the tart companies so that we could try some of the different companies as well

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Tonia Ringo check out my Playlist section, I have hauls from each of the companies listed so you can check them out!

[@k9drwho1970]

the difference between paraffin wax and the soya, is that paraffin wax lets out chemicals into the air as to soya does not, as there is no chemicals have in it. Hope that helps

[@gourdingaround]

Thanks for the help...I am new to the wax world so this helped!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

You are very welcome, I thought this would help new waxies acclimate to the "wax world"…it took me a long time to figure things out, and I am still learning new things every day! Let me know if you have any questions!

[@kathygermack1990]

Love your channel and I know YOU know so much about all kinds of candles. I'm just playing around with making some, and thought I would ask you if you can top a candle with ...say... chocolate kisses, chocolate chips? I know marshmallows are a NO NO... I've heard people topping candles with coffee grounds......?. Do you know of any that are safe to put on top of a candle? Thanks so much! Keep the videos comin!!! xo

[@BathingBuff]

Great video! Very helpful for us wax newbies! I have a bath & body store and website...I also make candles, but I'm just starting to venture into tarts and blending. I'm hoping to add them to my selection soon. By the way, I love all your videos! Maybe I can send you some tarts to try when I'm ready...Great job!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you, I am glad that it helped! I feel like such a newbie still myself, especially when I see those people who have been into wax for ten years or so, I am still such a baby! LOL, I would love to try your tarts, but would definitely want to pay for them. Let me know when you are ready!

[@jennthurma1109]

Thanks for your video!!!!!! I'm trying to found a way to spread my business. I just started making candles a year and a couple months ago!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Congrats on your business! Do you have a website I can check out?

[@jennthurma1109]

Thanks!!!!!!!!!! My web is www.crazyjscandles.com. I'm still trying to work on it. I would like any input you have! And my Facebook is facebook.com/CrazyJsCandles

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I will check out the website this weekend!

[@jennthurma1109]

That would be GREAT!!!!! I love your videos!!! I have get some new ideals!

[@howard030]

Great video! I am new to tart making and loved your video and will try making the chunks and small container cups. I have a facebook page called Luxury Affordable Tarts. I decorate some of my tarts with apple and banana slices and pecans. But some of them are just plain with crumbles on top. Also, some of the scents I never thought would smell good are just amazing! Again, great video and happy melting! 😘

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

howard030 thank you! I will check out your FB page, your tarts sound yummy!

[@addicted2nailpolish761]

This is a great video :) good job!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you, it seems to be paying off….hopefully some people run across it and find it helpful! I was so lost when I first started…sometimes I still am!

[@LoveGoodScents]

You killed the teddy! Lol love the video.

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I did kill that poor teddy! Of course I had to pick one with a shape that cute to break! Argh!

[@sophiag4559]

Thanks for the vid... Truly enjoyed it...

[@rainbowmeltswax]

Awesome video. Lots of great info. :)

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thanks, I really wish that I had broken it up into a series of videos instead of a massive one, sigh, maybe later this year if I have energy I will redo it, or at least re-edit and post it, we will see!

[@KarliAstoria]

Thank you for making this video. 😊

[@sammyboo.x3864]

Where did you order the bags from? I would like to start making my own melts!

[@inkyimpressions]

Who are your favorite vendors for melts? I like strong throws.... Please LMK 👍🏼😇

[@blmeyer8362]

can you re use the wax to make candles?

[@talkinnmedia4535]

Are you still active ?

[@xmarishx2472]

can you reuse wax and make your own scents?

[@lickeypie]

Great video!

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thanks! I should do an update to this video....maybe something to tackle during the holidays!

[@404-equivalent4]

Great video! I have another question though. Do you happen to know any European vendors? I checked your vendors video, but many don't ship to Europe or it's pricey (shipping I mean). Thank you. :)

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

404-equivalent I have not heard of any European vendors….I am there may be a few on Etsy…that is the only place I can think of off the top of my head.

[@ik4822]

great video!!!

[@JazzisWorld]

Love the video.

[@marbillo1]

loved your video, thanks for sharing ;)

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

No problem, hope it helps at least one person!

[@dallas42120]

Great video

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Thank you! It was an effort for sure, LOL!

[@nicolewebb1750]

What would be the best way to go about the wax stuff I'm new to it but it all looks amazing haha! Like for example who do I order from first and I'm always watching you tube videos of people and they always always have lots of wax do they just keep ordering every week or month lol or probably over time just collect it all?

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

I actually have a recommended vendors for beginners video…if you check my playlists under "Informational Videos" you will find it there. People collect wax pretty fast, depending on how much they want to spend. My wax collection got large pretty fast, and I will never be able to melt through my stuff fast enough before it goes bad, so I destash periodically and send wax to my family for free too! When I first started I think I was ordering three or four times a week…seriously an addiction!

[@LashawnTerry]

Great vid 😉

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

***** thank you! I should do an updated one soon, I have picked up many more tips and tricks from the veteran waxxies on FB!

[@kristizahurak2693]

Would you like to test my wax melts? They are wonderful

[@TheBeautyJournals]

So so helpful thank you. Xxx

[@sarahlou5777]

Will you be having a destash anytime soon? If so how will I find out then are you on Facebook or Instagram

[@LexiStachedEm]

“Omg I killed him, ohh you smell delicious “ 🤣🤣🤣

[@jeangreenfield5993]

Seems a waste to just chuck the wax. Can it be recycled into a jar candle , by adding a wick ? Just save several tarts together ☺

[@freddiesolorzano9477]

Scentsy uses 25 15 watt light bulbs

[@cottontailkisses]

Do you know of any generic facebook groups for wax melts? Like ones that are not tied to a particular vendor.

[@RandomFavoriteThings]

Yup, there are two big ones that I know of. One is The Wax Addicts Club, and the other is What Smells So Good.

[@kayesmith9781]

Keep up the good work... you can't make everyone happy. You go girl.. I am also new to the wax world. I have a natural healing products company.

[@garlandofflowers940]

you can recycle the used wax

[@buttermilkbaysoap9416]

Hand wrote cause I'm stupid like that... omg you are funny

[@buttermilkbaysoap9416]

Overflowing the saucer.... lmao

[@pattiduken]

12:18-12:22 lol!!!!

[@talkinnmedia4535]

I don't like Facebook either.

[@emilyzielke851]

hey everyone i make wax melts and are looking for customers to buy my product. I make palm wax melts. oh and by the way i loved the video

[@talkinnmedia4535]

Great video

[@divinedivak]

Great video!