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How To Make An Organic Beeswax Candle

There’s nothing like the coziness of a candle burning, but they can be full of dangerous toxins. Here I’ll show you step-by-step How To Make an Organic Beeswax candle. Scented with essential oils, so you can enjoy the coziness without all of the toxins.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Yield: 3 candles
Author: LocklearFarm

Equipment

  • 1 Metal Pitcher
  • 1 Large Pot (for double boiler)
  • 3 Metal wick holders or pencils
  • 1 Kitchen scale

Materials

  • 1 pound Organic Beeswax Pellets
  • 1/2 Cup Organic Coconut Oil
  • 3 8 ounce Glass jars
  • Candle Wicks
  • 30-50 Drops Essential Oil

Instructions

  • Using a kitchen scale, measure out 1 lb of beeswax pellets. Add the pellets to a metal pitcher or metal can.
  • Set out you jars (whatever kind you decide to use) and secure a wick at the bottom of them with a little hot glue (or the tabs they come with). Set aside.
  • Make a double boiler by placing the metal container into a large pot of water and bring to a boil.  Turn heat down to medium and occasionally stir until all the beeswax is melted. Being careful not to let the water splash into the wax.
  • Once the beeswax pellets are completely melted, remove from the heat and stir in the coconut oil to help the beeswax burn slower.
  • Once the coconut oil is melted now is the time to add essential oils (optional). I like to add in 30-50 drops of essential oils of choice. If you like a subtle scent add 30 drops per pound, but if you like a stronger scent add 50.
  • Carefully pour the melted wax into your jars, leaving about an inch of room at the top.
  • Using a pencil or bamboo skewer, wrap the other end of the wick around it and lay it horizontally across the top center of the jar. This will keep the wick centered while the wax hardens.
  • Once the wax is completely hardened, you can trim the wick, it should be about 1/2 inch long. If it is much shorter than 1/2 inch, it will cause the candle to burn down in a tunnel shape. Then it is ready to light!