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I just ordered 10lbs of IGI 2778 Palm Starburst Wax, a 3" dia x 4" h mold and a CDN starter pack with 5 of each wick cdn10-cdn22. Going to color green and add scent. What is the best size to start with? Thanks

This would be good info. I would like to try out palm wax soon.

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Thanks for the info lindanelson It seems that candle science sells the same brand of palm wax that let it shine does. Can anyone verify this? Candle science has a page that states their concerns about the enviorment and finding a source that has a sustainable practice and does not lead to deforestation of our rain forests. I believe the brand of palm wax they sell is from IGI (same as let it shine). I could not find any claims on IGI's website as to the sustainable factor. (maybe i didn't ready enough) I would love to try some palm candles but do not want to contribute to the mess that has already been created. Anyone have any insight on this?

I would like to find a supplier on the west coast or closer than Durham, NC to get a sustainable Palm Wax. (Candle Science) There is a lot of controversy over the palm oil market and they seem to have figured it out. They are across the country from me and the shipping is $45 for a $55 bag. Anyone on the west coast have a good source? Thanks

Too bad there wasn't a grant we can get to cover the cost of R&D. HaHa:highfive: People keep bugging me to sell but I want everything to be right when that time comes. I think that testing will be an ongoing effort as long as we make candles.

One of my apple scented candles that i made recently barely smelled at all the day i poured them. After 8 days it smells amazing! Time helps on some scents.

I just started using this wax for votives. I use scent, no color. I bought 2 wicks to try out. GW28's and HTP 41N (self Centering). I like the way that the HTP 41's burn, but the self centering thing seems a bit crazy. Maybe i just don't understand how to use it properly. I got more mushrooming out of the GW28's. I think i will use the HTP's in the long run, just not the self centering version. :highfive:

Do you use the container or Millennium SherriLynn?

I use htp 105's in my 8 oz jars. Have you tried any other wicks to compare?

I have not tested this, but have you used beeswax in your soy Kimmeroo? I see some other posts with people saying it makes it smoother w/ less frosting. Just wondering

I love the creamy color too. I have been pouring 8 oz mason with EL Millennium, no dye and the tops seem to stay nice if I pour at 115, but any lower and im heat gunning the tops. Still need to see how the scent throw works out. Seems like most people that I have asked say they prefer a colored candle though.

Will adding dye make me have to change the wick or FO %?

Thanks for the quick response

I am just starting to test larger batches of candles and I was wondering a few things. I have been making most my candles dye free up to this point and want to try to do some color candles. I have tested a few scents that I will keep making and they both are at a 7% FO load. I have decided the wicks that work well in that mix. Will adding dye make a big difference in what size wick/FO % that I need? How does a typical testing phase go for most people?