drqs24 Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 Apologies if I come off as a moron, its my first post! I recently got into making candles, and then backed down to master tarts/melts first. I recently began using IGI 4794 (votive blend) wax for my melts, and I'm actually pretty pleased with the throw. However, being a greedy perfectionist, I demand better.So my question is a vague "what should I add?"I know about vybar. I have heard success stories of IGI 4794 blended with KySoy 115 (I thought soy inhibits throw? Hrm...) Has anyone here tried these? Or have another suggestion? I am just trying to gauge the best next step, as I am on a fairly small budget.Specifics:-Candle Science oils (Grade A)-1 oz per pound-Fragrance added at about 155-ish?If I left anything out, please let me know. Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justajesuschick Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 Hi and welcome!I also did well with 4794 in melts but I do add a bit more FO and I add my FO about 185 degrees.I got even better results when I added 4630 and then 4627 to 4794. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drqs24 Posted June 23, 2013 Author Share Posted June 23, 2013 Hi and welcome!I also did well with 4794 in melts but I do add a bit more FO and I add my FO about 185 degrees.I got even better results when I added 4630 and then 4627 to 4794. More FO? Sounds scary... but tempting. I'll have to try it.Made note of all your suggestions, thanks a ton! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksranch Posted June 24, 2013 Share Posted June 24, 2013 I would suggest adding your fo at 175 - 185 as well. However, if you good fo's (like CS) I don't think you need more than 1oz PP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacktieaffair Posted June 24, 2013 Share Posted June 24, 2013 I second what KSRANCH said I use strictly 4794, mostly CS oils, and 1 oz / 1 pound........ I never add cooler than 170. Usually around 175 to 180 and some bakery scents at 185 since they are so heavy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drqs24 Posted June 24, 2013 Author Share Posted June 24, 2013 I was getting mixed signals on whether to add the oils at a higher or lower temperature, but the consensus here seems to be higher, so I will definitely try that next.One last question... I know pouring temperature is important with candles, but does it matter with melts?Thanks for the help, everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justajesuschick Posted June 24, 2013 Share Posted June 24, 2013 I pour as soon as I am done stirring. I pour into heavy oval Ellipso cups. I used to pour into silicone molds and poured the same. If you pour into clamshells or thinner round cups then the pouring temp will have to be lower to not melt or warp the plastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belinda Posted June 24, 2013 Share Posted June 24, 2013 I've only been doing tarts/melts less than a year so my advice could be way off, but, if you're pouring into a plastic cup or clamshell then you don't want to pour too hot or it will melt. If I'm pouring into clamshells I usually pour about 150-160. If I'm pouring into a silicone or metal mold then I pour as soon as I stir my FO for 2 minutes. I add FO in at about 180-185 also. Hope this helps!Belinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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