KCameron

Thanks for your response! I figured that was the case, however, I tried a different wax and it already seems to be working differently. I got a .03 booster and now I feel like it may burn hotter (which was probably the issue to begin with); will give a flat wick a try! Thanks again!

I had no clue these were different? I purchased two kinds actually, one does not say it is Ceda Cerica and the other does. I'm going to look into this a little more. Thanks for sharing.

Hi! Thank you for your response, it's very much appreciated! I believe the wax I am using is Ceda Cerica. I'm going to test out a lower % in FO, as I feel the wick I have is fine. Would having a thicker wick matter? For instance, instead of a .02, I go with a .03? It's amazing the kind of testing that is needed for making candles!

Hi everyone, This is the first time I've ever entered a discussion forum like this, so you know it serious 😅. I'm new to candle making and have already experienced that love/hate relationship with candle making, especially in the beginning. I decided to use Coconut Apricot Creme as it seemed like everyone raved about its ability to hold more fragrance along with it being natural, etc. I'm using a 12oz glass container, a 3-part blend of fragrance oils from different (but seemingly reliable) suppliers, the diameter of the candle is .375 inches and I'm using a .02 booster wick. I get a decent melt pool, but I just can't smell anything unless I get super close. When it solidifies again, it doesn't have the same awesome cold throw it once had before burning. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong. I heated the wax to 200 and mixed in the fragrance around 180 and poured at 170. I also cured for 2 weeks, so just really frustrated and hoping to get any advice/feedback at all!

Hi everyone, This is the first time I've ever entered a discussion forum like this, so you know it serious 😅. I'm new to candle making and have already experienced that love/hate relationship with candle making, especially in the beginning. I decided to use Coconut Apricot Creme as it seemed like everyone raved about its ability to hold more fragrance along with it being natural, etc. I'm using a 12oz glass container, a 3-part blend of fragrance oils from different (but seemingly reliable) suppliers, the diameter of the candle is .375 inches and I'm using a .02 booster wick. I get a decent melt pool, but I just can't smell anything unless I get super close. When it solidifies again, it doesn't have the same awesome cold throw it once had before burning. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong. I heated the wax to 200 and mixed in the fragrance around 180 and poured at 170. I also cured for 2 weeks, so just really frustrated and hoping to get any advice/feedback at all!