Subscriber Candle Review & Testing | Desired Esscentials (Ep.17) 6006 Wax, Wicking, Hot Throw +

Reviewing and testing candles made with IGI 6006 wax by 'Desired Esscentials", a subscriber to the channel. Reviewing candles scent in by you are one of my favorite types of videos because it is an opportunity for direct feedback. And because we can all learn from one another. Today's candles are made with IGI 6006 parasoy wax. How is the hot throw, the best wicks to use for igi 6006 wax, and more. We will be testing a couple candles with different wicks, talking wax, jars, hot throw, and even an EX-GIRLFRIEND. Lol. As always, I will offer some additional insight and tips throughout. Thanks so much for being here and for supporting one another.
00:00 - Unbox, Review, Wax, Wick, Jar & Ex-Girlfriend
16:58 - Testing & Feedback
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[@kenyatawilliams5779]

Awesome as usual! I learn so much from watching these reviews. We really appreciate you, Wade!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks so much Kenyata

[@lesliesingh6772]

Wade!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Which is why my perfume changes with my relationships!!

[@BlackTieBarn]

🤣😂 that is awesome!

[@lisaguzzardi]

Leslie you rock!

[@rebeccahatfield]

Great video!! I am loving the different wicks in this one. It’s a wick I’m not super familiar so I was super interested. Great knowledge as always here. Grateful for these videos! 🖤☺️

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks Rebeccah. Glad you still enjoying them!

[@moircandlecompany]

I get excited when I see your notification for your reviews 🎯

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks so much!

[@solangelp]

same!!

[@chassiddywilliams3309]

I thoroughly enjoyed this! First time here!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thank you. And thanks for being here!

[@ladyhoneyrosemckay7753]

Hey Hey Wade! I made my first candle. It’s Bee 🐝, Cocoa, Coconut 🥥,& Ethically sourced Palm. Beautiful 😍

[@BlackTieBarn]

Awesome!!!

[@donmichaelscandleco.7612]

Love every review! I Learn Something every single time:)

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks Don

[@julieb7093]

Thank you for recording these videos!

[@BlackTieBarn]

No problem

[@jenniferjeanada]

Love these reviews! So helpful to see where the fixes would be. Question about zinc wicks. What size Zinc wick do you recommend starting out with for a 3in jar with 6006?

[@BlackTieBarn]

I don't. Lol... so the issue there is the diameter/jar size. It is already a super hard size to wick. With 6006, its even tougher. You will need such a large zinc wick to get the job done that it will mushroom like crazy. Been there, done that myself. Your best bet with a jar that size is a) use two very small wicks. You would have to do a lot of testing here to see what works though. Or, b) dont use that combo of 6006/jar as it can be very tough. Its just an uphill battle.

[@rosariogarciapineda]

Thanks so much for subs in Spanish!! Qué gustoooo!!!

[@BlackTieBarn]

👌❤

[@desiredesscentials]

Thank you Wade for your honest review and feedback. We really appreciate it!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Of course! ❤

[@elduccitv4304]

Which wicks were you using? I'm in testing phases right now. Same jars, same wax

[@itsjustjoelle6640]

Great review!!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks Joelle!

[@mandyneu3717]

This video was so helpful! I couldn’t take notes quick enough!!! ❤️

[@BlackTieBarn]

😁 glad to hear Mandy!

[@mandyneu3717]

@@BlackTieBarn Do you offer one on one FaceTime or zoom training at all?

[@BlackTieBarn]

@@mandyneu3717 I do... but right now I am pretty backed up. If you wouldn't mind just reaching back out later though I can see what I can do. At the moment.. I am running on fumes as far as time goes! Ha! Thanks Mandy!

[@mandyneu3717]

@@BlackTieBarn I understand 💯…. This is kind of a crazy time of year for everyone! I will check back in with ya at a later time. Maybe by then I’ll actually know what I’m doing …. LOL! Thank you SO MUCH!!!

[@BlackTieBarn]

@@mandyneu3717 Of course!

[@MushroomAngel]

I’m testing 6006 and am between Zinc and Premier (and *maybe* HTP) using the clear Libby Tumbler from CandleScience. I don’t think I’ve ever thought about it being “OK” to use at least 3 different wick types. I guess I always just kind of thought your brand needed to be 100% consistent across the board with wicks..... Huh. This is cool news to me!!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Nope not at all. Yankee, goose creek etc.... they all use a few wicks types even in the same candle line when needed

[@moircandlecompany]

I use Zinc wicks too and others...it's easy to work with..but yes they mushroom lil

[@BlackTieBarn]

💯

[@angel_arabella]

Enjoyed the review. I’m still wick testing and getting so overwhelmed, but you mentioned the wick tilting during burn. Do you know what causes that? I’m working with coco soy and CDN wicks. Thanks

[@BlackTieBarn]

The firm wax becomes liquid (melt pool so nothing to gold the wick straight up anymore. It just falls to one side.

[@angel_arabella]

@@BlackTieBarn ok thank you. I was wondering if it was because I was not securing the wick firmly before it cooled. Sometimes when in pull in the wick holders , the wicks tear apart.

[@BlackTieBarn]

@@angel_arabella you definitely want to stick your wick to the bottom before adding anything to the jar. Heating up the jar a bit will help too as the tackiness from a wicker sticker (for example) will stick better as well. But nope... the leaning is just from the melt pool becoming soft.

[@chocolatesugar4434]

Hey 👋🏽 great video! I'd love to send one of my candles to you for a review but I'm in the UK! so not sure if it would make sense due to shipping costs 🤔

[@BlackTieBarn]

Yah maybe not. I'm super back up at the current time anyway unfortunately. :( Thanks for being here either way! :)

[@madelynaustin6874]

Love your videos and this review series! Can’t find their website.

[@madelynaustin6874]

Found it lol essCentials

[@BlackTieBarn]

I didn't either. But rememeber.... many of the reviews are from New makers still testing or don't have a business yet

[@evelynrodriguez6337]

Hello Wade, I hope you are doing well and staying safe. This has nothing with what you are talking about, but I need your help. I used the UV Inhibitor with my 464 wax and while it was solidifying, it look like the FO and Wax separated. I had to use my heat gun the next day to fix the candles and I did not have this issue before. I added the UV Inhibitor to the wax at 185 degrees as well as the FO. Would you be able to talk about this on another video? Thanks Wade!!!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Hey Evelyn.... uv inhibitor should have not caused that at all. UV Inhibitor won't affect wax and fragrance oil. How much did you use just in case. 1/2tsp per pound is plenty. Usually FO and wax separating is because it wasn't hot enough when added or mixed well enough. OR.... thst oil is heavy and might not work well with 464

[@evelynrodriguez6337]

@@BlackTieBarn Hello Wade, I used 1/2 tsp for 20 oz of wax. My wax was 185 degrees. I appreciate your speedy response Wade. Thanks!!! I’m watching your video again about UV Inhibitor. Thank you again… Enjoy the rest of your day Wade!!! 😊

[@BlackTieBarn]

@@evelynrodriguez6337 no problen. the UV Inhibitor shouldn't be the cause at all (unless its bad? Never heard of bad UV Inhibitor though). I think this is more of an issue with the wax and the oil

[@sandywest4299]

tyvm

[@BlackTieBarn]

❤️

[@ericagiannantonio8820]

Hey Wade, Binge watching a bunch lately and just came across these review videos and thought maybe I'd send one in. Been doing this for a good few years now and am in some shops and local farm markets. That being said, I think maybe a fresh set of eyes would be nice! Haven't gotten any feedback with issues from customers but, always looking to improve. 😏 Do you still do these reviews? Thanks in advance!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Hi Eirca, sorry for late response. I do.. but quite backed up at the moment. Trying to get caught up. Shoot me an email to [e-mail] though and we can go from there to set something up later.

[@ericagiannantonio8820]

@@BlackTieBarn I totally understand... Thanks for the reply. Talk soon. 🙂

[@michellecovington_]

Do you mind helping me out? I use 6006 using the 9 oz straight sided jar. I have tested Eco 4, Eco 6 & HTP 83 and I still have NO HT! I have made and tested over 40 candles using different fragrances at varies FO%s because I know some fragrances just work better in candles. I even used your video as reference when you made those Blue Spruce candles. I feel super defeated and I just don’t know what else to do. Thank you in advance.

[@BlackTieBarn]

Hey Michelle. First, I wanted to mention that Candlescience did change the formula of their blue spruce FO. I have noticed a definite less HT since then. As far as good HT. It's so hard because we all have different sense of smell. Some think it's weak others think it's strong. If you haven't tried zinc core wicks yet give them a shot. Good HT with 6006 as well. If you are having this much of an issue with ht using 6006 though. I'd be concerned about about your lot/batch of wax. Do you have another you can test?.or do u have any other waxes to try?

[@michellecovington_]

@@BlackTieBarn thank you for your reply! I only have 2 40lb boxes of wax. I also thought that may have been my problem so I tried wax out of both boxes. I will keep trying. I appreciate your response

[@KEKE-KOKO]

Girl, same! I’m also struggling with wicking the 9oz s.s.j for this wax! I’ve tried the HTP 105, CD 8, CD 12, ECO 4, ECO 6> I will take Wades advice and order the Premier and Zinc wicks next!! 🤷🏾‍♀️ test,test,test is all I’m hearing. 🤑🤑🤑 is all I’m spending!! lol good luck girl!!

[@ladyjsyummytingz8129]

@@KEKE-KOKO hey someone told me cd14 with 6006 using the 9oz straight sided jars was where it’s at. I’m about to pour up a few to see how the HT is is.

[@ladyjsyummytingz8129]

Hey try cd 14 if you have any of those. I’ve heard it works but I haven’t tested this theory yet. Good luck

[@moircandlecompany]

I'm rolling 🤣🤣🤣

[@BlackTieBarn]

Lol

[@moircandlecompany]

@@BlackTieBarn Your comedy keeps me rolling🤣

[@SimmerJas]

I make scoopable wax would you review that?

[@mistysmith20]

Yes please I would love to see this!!!

[@teannahairston5729]

I'd love to see this too.

[@moircandlecompany]

Me too🌸🙏🏽

[@teannahairston5729]

@@moircandlecompany I just subscribed to your channel.

[@BlackTieBarn]

Sure!!!! Let's do it!

[@mikey3387]

So you never use LX or Eco in your 6006? I ask because I get some amazing HT with those

[@BlackTieBarn]

I do not, personally. LX is okay but I don't like the tall stalk it gets and mushroom. Plus been a little inconsistent for me. I'm not a fan of eco, the HT is fine but is with most wicks in 6006. But the eco just burns too hot and sooty for me. I'll only occasionally use it in larger jars

[@mikey3387]

@@BlackTieBarn I'm curious. What would you recommend?

[@BlackTieBarn]

@@mikey3387 Well I mostly use Premier 700, HTP, and even some zinc core occasionally. Those have been my favorite, but its personal preference. We all tend to like different things. :)

[@mikey3387]

@@BlackTieBarn true that! I may have to try some of the other wicks.

[@lovinghomescents]

Okay, how about wood wick recommendations? I'm more into those.

[@BlackTieBarn]

I just offer the recommendations based on what the maker who made the candles is using. If they use cotton wicks I discuss those options. But I've reviewed plenty of woodwick ones as well on the channel. But this maker isn't wanting to use them, so it didn't make sense to recommend those here. I also have a dedicates wood wick video too. :)

[@lovinghomescents]

@@BlackTieBarn oh yes, I have watched many of them, love all that you do.

[@lisaguzzardi]

Easy fix for the label...thin black border that bleeds to the edge

[@BlackTieBarn]

Yep, would help for sure!

[@MushroomAngel]

My ex-gf perfume guess is Juicy Couture

[@BlackTieBarn]

🤣

[@U9us]

I wonder if the ex-girlfriend one was Love Spell

[@BlackTieBarn]

Lol nope. I know that smell.

[@shoshannahragan3727]

Plot twist: your ex girlfriend is now a candle-maker

[@BlackTieBarn]

😁

[@edgargarciahernandez2476]

Pretty big mushrooming. I would go 1 size lower.

[@BlackTieBarn]

👍