I have had the normal looking wax the the HT just isn't the same! I haven't figured out if it is the wick's for sure..I have made some melt's with the exact same combo as I would in a candle and let it cure for 7 days..and strong throw! HMMMMMM....so I am thinking it is the wicks! I may have to try a different type,,just don't know what yet. I have HTP's but they perform the same way as the CD's..CDN's. Luckily I don't make too many candle's and just started making melt's. I am not a business but I am a hobbyist and have a few consignment shop's that I sell cnadle's in. TY so much for the info..may have to switch waxes!