sandy511 Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 I just can't seem to get much HT in soy. They all smell so great.....Pumpkin Gingerbread, Pumpkin Cornbread, Apple Gingersnap, Honey Gingerbread, Apple Butter Pumpkin Pie....Can I ask what percent FO others are using? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 I use 1.5 oz per pound the majority of the time but I have never tried backwoods oils and there are so many variables that come into play with soy and HTWhich soy are you using? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trappeur Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 That is my problem with Backwoods...I just love love her oils but I for some reason or another just can't get them to throw for me. Except the mac apple which is super....I've always used 6%.....I'm going to try upping the scent. Do you see a big difference Moonshine? Trappeur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy511 Posted August 9, 2014 Author Share Posted August 9, 2014 I use 415 and I have tried 6-8%. I used to use 464 and couldn't seem to get a throw in that either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 I notice a huge difference in using 1 ounce vs. 1.5 ounces per pound in most fragrances with 415- 1 ounce per pound which I believe comes to around 6% just does not work for me for throwSome oils though I have to cut it back or I run into wicking problems and if I can't get a good throw doing that I scrap the oil and move onSome oils are just so strong I can get away with 1.25 ounces- but not very manySounds like backwoods just isn't soy friendly- have either of you tried them in a parasoy or paraffin to see if they throw well in that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 (edited) I used to use a parasoy blend and had no problem with her honey gingerbread at 6%. It is strong in my parasoy. Now with palm I have to cut back its so strong or blend it with something else to tone it down. I've used other oils but mostly in soaping so don't know how they work in soy. Edited August 9, 2014 by Candybee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy511 Posted August 9, 2014 Author Share Posted August 9, 2014 1.5 oz. seems like a lot to me. Is that per 16 oz. of wax or 14.5 oz. of wax? IF you don't mind sharing? Do you mind my asking what kind of wick you use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 16 ounces of wax I measure and meltAdd 1.5 ounces FOI use CD and CDN wicks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 I should add also that a lot of people that use soy do not use this much FO but for me I can't get the throw I want with less Everybody smells scent different - some people say mine are to strong and others say they are perfect compared to other soy candles they buy that they can't smell at all- but I like them as strong as I can get them so I make them that way....I do offer a lot of lighter scents that are not as overpowering as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy511 Posted August 9, 2014 Author Share Posted August 9, 2014 Thanks for sharing It can be very frustrating, but if it was easy, everyone would would be doing it, right? Maybe that's why I enjoy it so much! I am just so grateful we have this AWESOME forum to pick each other's brains & share each other's skills/notes/trials & errors .....much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trappeur Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 I notice a huge difference in using 1 ounce vs. 1.5 ounces per pound in most fragrances with 415- 1 ounce per pound which I believe comes to around 6% just does not work for me for throwSome oils though I have to cut it back or I run into wicking problems and if I can't get a good throw doing that I scrap the oil and move onSome oils are just so strong I can get away with 1.25 ounces- but not very manySounds like backwoods just isn't soy friendly- have either of you tried them in a parasoy or paraffin to see if they throw well in that?No, I've never tried a paraffn or parasoy.....The thought of keeping my counters clean with something else aside from soap and water just turns me off. lolAnd the price of a 50pound block of paraffin and chiseling away with a knife gets me tired just thinking about it.....I've always wanted to try it....Maybe some day... Trappeur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted August 10, 2014 Share Posted August 10, 2014 Trappeur container paraffin can be sliced through with a knife. Its the pillar slabs you can break up with a couple of hammer shots. Its actually quite easy to work with once you know how. You should try paraffin sometime even if you don't want to sell it. Its hard to explain but some FOs work best in paraffin, while some work best in soy. Making a parasoy blend you get the best of both. Moonshine I know what you mean about making the scent strong to your nose in your candles. I like mine the same. I still get some people who complain its too strong and some are the opposite. You just can't please everyone so I make what I think is best and what my customers tend to buy a lot of. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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