Candles are something we turn to on birthdays, special anniversaries, Christmas, and even religious ceremonies.
They’re the radiant, relaxing, and oftentimes sweet-smelling backdrop to cherished moments in our lives.
The history of candle-making is an interesting one.
Here’s what you gotta know about how they’re crafted.
The first step is to acquire the wax of choice.
Coconut and soy are environmentally-friendly options while paraffin, although cheap, is imperishable, according toHomesick.
The owner ofCandlessentialsTashah Nicole prefers eco-friendly options.
Scents and tints are added as the next step, per Made How.
Once the wax is melted, the focus moves to the wicks.
There are also wooden or hemp-based wicks.
Wicks are usually chemically treated to ensure proper burn time, via Made How.
What’s the final step in the candle-making process?
she tells The Good Trade.
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