Today , there are many colors available in the market for making colored candles . Also , there are many types of materials that can be used as dyes in handmade Candles . Among these materials , we can mention mica , oxides/pigments , crayons, and food coloring .
Experiments conducted in this field show that all colors and pigments are not the same in the preparation of handmade candles , especially vegan candles , buy christmas candles , christmas candles made from vegetable waxes such as coconut and soy .
It is better to get familiar with these colors and check some of them to know what effect each one of them has in preparing different types of colored candles such as female body sculpture candles .
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Standard food colors that are used to color a variety of desserts may seem to be a good choice for coloring candles. They are very economical and have a lot of variety. The only problem with these liquid and gel colors is that they contain ingredients such as water , propylene glycol (which absorbs water) , glycerin , citric acid, alcohol , agar gum , and other complex additives that can’t combine with the wax and maybe it’s not a good choice for dye a hand poured candles , especially for coconut lime scented candles .
Because food coloring is not fat-soluble , it was clear from the beginning that this substance does not combine in wax and its molecules immediately settle in the wax . As you can see in the photos below , these two substances do not mix together . It should also be noted that some additives that are completely safe for health can be dangerous for use in materials such as candles that have an open flame .
As a result , it is true that food coloring can be deceptive at first , But in fact , it is removed from our usable options for making colored candles .
Crayons
Undoubtedly , different and colorful crayons can be found in every home . The use of candlesticks has become very popular among people , especially today . At first glance , it may seem logical to use them as candle dyes . Also, like candles , these materials are made of wax , so is it safe to say that they will blend well together ?
Candlesticks are mainly made of wax , especially paraffin waxes , But they also contain insoluble pigments/oxides that are powdered and added to the wax. Some crayon colors require more pigments. In fact , they are denser and have more particles .
These colored particles add beauty to your candles, especially for sculpture candles , christmas candles , christmas candles in australia , buy christmas candles but they immediately block the wick . The candle actually acts as a capillary , meaning the wax melts and is absorbed by the wick . Crayons are very dense and thick , and your candle will probably burn itself out before it melts . You will also likely notice a change in texture and smell as the candle burns .
Next , let’s take a look at some ingredients that work well in other industries such as soap making , But they may be a bit questionable in preparing colored candles .
The use of pigments and oxides in the preparation of colored candles
Powder pigments are widely used in coloring a wide range of cosmetics and beauty products , as well as art tools such as crayons. These powders are often spreadable in fats , But they are not soluble in fat and the particles in the pigments are different in size and therefore cannot be completely mixed or melted in the wax .
For example, when testing pink ultramarine oxide , we will see that this material quickly moves to the bottom of the candle and settles . When a candle burns, the flame tries to stay lit .
But it can stay on for about 30 minutes at most. Because the particles of this pigment are too big and cannot pass through the wick . Therefore , even though this material has a very beautiful color and especially gives more beauty to soy wax bubble candles , it is not suitable for making candles .
Candle-making dyes
Candle colorant is a synthetic chemical specially formulated for use in candle making . These materials are usually made of anilines (an oily chemical layer) , They are soluble in water and create a beautiful color in candles . These dyes can be liquid , sheet , or block. Liquid pigments are great for making mixed colors and achieving high color saturation, while those in block or sheet form are great for shading .
You can achieve beautiful and vivid colors by adding 1/2 teaspoon of sheet coloring . When using these materials to create colored candles , you must use the right proportions so that they do not clog the wick . You should also use them in such a way that they are evenly distributed throughout the pile .
You should pay attention to the fact that some scents and fragrances may change the final color of the candle . When using fragrance oils that have a lot of vanillin in them , it’s best to test them before using them . Some essential oils such as sweet orange oil can also change the final color of the candle or may cause changes in its color over time .
Note that these colors are sensitive to ultraviolet light , so when working with these materials , it is recommended to use them in a shaded place and not expose them to direct sunlight . Using a UV blocker will help your colors last longer and reduce the chance of them fading or discoloring .
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