Everyone wants to get smooth tops on their candles. Rough surfaces, while mostly cosmetic and shouldn’t impact the performance of the candle, are not the aesthetic outcome most candle-makers are striving to achieve. This phenomena is especially common when making soy candles. Here, we explain factors that can cause uneven surfaces and tips on...
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If you’re on the fence about the role of wax melts, this post is for you! We address several benefits of wax melts and why you may wish to add them to your candle line. They are aromatic Wax Melts absorb heat more slowly and are able to release the aroma(s) without burning or...
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Setting up a Bath Salts Bar would be a sweet way for your guests to be creative and gift them with a make & take favor that they can enjoy long after the party is over! You can offer as many options as you’d like, and the cost can range from very reasonable to...
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As temperatures rise, it becomes more difficult to get candles; especially soy and coconut-based candles; to your customers safely. We share 8 tips for shipping candles in the summer heat that may help you keep your customers happy. While there’s not a reasonable way to guarantee that candles arrive the way you want them...
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Fillmore Container carries a wide array of lids & caps . They vary in size, material, finish, style and in the type of liner. The type of liner is an important component in determining which type of lid is best suited for your needs. In this guide to liners in lids and caps, we...
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Updated April 2024 Although Proposition 65 (Prop 65) has been getting increased attention over the last few years in the candle fragrance industry, the initiative – Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 – has been around for quite a while. We felt it would be helpful to share insights on fragrance...
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Let’s be honest. Plastics are problematic…particularly those of the single-use variety. However, there are applications in the food and personal care industry where a plastic component is better suited. So, when is a plastic lid the better choice? To be clear…plastic lids are not suitable for processes that require heat processing or the formation...
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In candle making, the fragrance load is important. This value will vary to some degree, on the various components of your candle system, which is why it is often given as a range. So, what is the fragrance load? Generally, it is the percentage of fragrance oil recommended for a particular wax. Why does...
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