I'm using the Yaley brand I bought from Michael's store along with the coloring from Yaley. I'm pouring at the temperature it calls for, sorry I haven't made any in the last 2 weeks so I don't know off the top of my head what temp it calls for. For these candles, I am not using scent. I'm just starting with glass holders, have done many using the metal molds but would like to start selling jar candles at arts/crafts fairs.