Imagine walking into your home after a long day and being welcomed by the soothing aroma of lavender wafting through the air, or perhaps the invigorating scent of citrus to energize your space. Essential oils can bring life to any room, and what better way to incorporate them into your home than by creating scented candles? In this Oshu Oils guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of making essential oil candles so you can enjoy the benefits of aromacology in a beautiful, burnable form.
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Choosing Your Essential Oils
Before we delve into the process of making essential oil candles, it’s important to choose the right oils for your purpose. Oshu Oils offers a wide range of artisan essential earth oils, crafted with the goal of promoting balance and overall wellbeing in our modern world. Consider your desired outcome – be it relaxation, stress relief, or energy – and select oils with complementary properties.
Gathering Supplies
To begin making your essential oil candles, you’ll need the following supplies:
- Soy wax or beeswax
- Wicks (cotton or wood)
- Essential oils of your choice
- Heatproof containers for the candles (i.e. glass jars, tins, etc.)
- Double boiler or a saucepan and heatproof bowl
- Thermometer
- Stirring paddle or spoon
- Wick holders or clips
- Warning labels (optional)
Step-by-Step Process
1. Prepare Your Containers
Ensure your containers are clean and dry. Place a wick in the center of each container, using a wick holder or clip to keep it in position.
2. Melt the Wax
Using a double boiler or the saucepan and heatproof bowl method, melt the wax on medium heat until it reaches approximately 185°F (85°C). Make sure to monitor the temperature with a thermometer to avoid overheating.
3. Add Essential Oils
Allow the melted wax to cool slightly to about 160°F (71°C). This is an ideal temperature to add your essential oils without damaging their integrity. For a candle with a strong scent throw, use a ratio of around 6% essential oil to wax. For example, for every 100 grams of wax, you would mix in 6 grams of essential oil.
4. Pour the Wax
Now that your wax and essential oils are mixed, carefully pour the blend into each container, leaving approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space at the top. Let the candles cool slowly at room temperature for a few hours or overnight.
5. Trim the Wicks and Add Labels
Once the candles have cooled and solidified completely, trim the wicks to about ¼ inch (0.6 cm) in length. Attach any warning labels or custom stickers, and you’re ready to enjoy your homemade essential oil candles!
How To Make Essential Oils For Candles Example:
Here’s a sample recipe for creating an energizing and uplifting citrus candle:
- Use 100 grams of soy wax
- Combine 3 grams of Oshu Oils’ sweet orange essential oil with 3 grams of our lemon essential oil for a total of 6 grams
- Follow the step-by-step process mentioned above
You’re now equipped with the knowledge you need to create your own essential oil candles! Not only do they make beautiful additions to your home, but they also provide the benefits of aromacology to improve your mood and well-being. We invite you to share this guide with friends and family and explore our other content on Oshu Oils to deepen your understanding of essential oils and their uses. Take a look at our range of artisan essential earth oils so you can start crafting more candles tailored to your unique needs. Happy candle making!
