Sab Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Sometimes when I'm pouring certain scents it's so overwhelming that it gives me an upset stomach. The next day when I burn the candle I'm fine.I just poured 3 test candles - new scents I got today. I'm feeling whoozy from it.Sab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisajo Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I don't get an upset stomach but sometimes I get headaches when working with lots of scents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindym Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I have had that happen to me if I am pouring a lot of different scents. But when I am in heavy production I just get candlenose. I use to manage a coffee shope and when we brewed the flavored coffee's in the morning I would get sick to my stomach. If you find that you are really sensitive all the time you could try using those face masks like nurses wear. It may help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SheilaW Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 A long time ago in a land far far away. Oops sorry. One time I was pouring "Orange Blossom" and not only did I have to leave the room but I had to throw the candle away. It made me very sick. Any strong floral or a really strong bakery gives me a stomach ache and a headache. All my friends are amazed that I make candles because for years they have had to listen to me bemoan the fact that people bathe in perfume and I hate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sab Posted April 12, 2006 Author Share Posted April 12, 2006 My cooking! When I cook I use my nose to tell if I'm adding the right spices, etc. and just knowing in general if I've got the recipe right. My nose leads the way.I'm cooking a Rotary benefit dinner for 200+ people Thursday night. I will not be making any candles tomorrow! :shocked2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I have had that happen to me if I am pouring a lot of different scents. But when I am in heavy production I just get candlenose. I use to manage a coffee shope and when we brewed the flavored coffee's in the morning I would get sick to my stomach. If you find that you are really sensitive all the time you could try using those face masks like nurses wear. It may help.That type of mask is only for dust not scent or vapors. For scent & vapors you need a respirator like here http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1290521&cp=&origkw=respirator&kw=respirator&parentPage=search&searchId=5585363469 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janette Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I am also very sensitive to scents and use a respirator most of the time. More than likely, we should all be using a respirator all the time. I don't think that the scents are dangerous when burning a candle. However, those of us who spend hours and hours each day standing over a pot of wax with FO should likely be protecting ourselves. The respirator isn't very comfortable to wear, especially when it is hot but I think the discomfort is worth the protection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Mmmm have had all kinds of reactions, especially when the scents don't go together, headaches, nausea and even felt lightheaded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildangel112 Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I can sympathize. One of my best sellers, BCN's Voodoo Love, renamed A Dozen Roses, gives me a full blown case of nauseau. I have to make very small batches at a time, as I can't get through one without bolting for the bathroom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty1_AJ Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I would definitely recommend working in a very well ventilated room (try running a fan, too).Or wear a respirator mask when pouring. Yes, you look like Darth Vader's sister, but protecting your health is worth it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I would definitely recommend working in a very well ventilated room (try running a fan, too).Or wear a respirator mask when pouring. Yes, you look like Darth Vader's sister, but protecting your health is worth it! Or his brother, Don't forget us guys too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty1_AJ Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 No, no ... the guys just look like DARTH VADER himself. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire and Ice Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 The only two scents I can't deal with are Rose and Candy Corn. Both will make me sick! Otherwise, for hours on end I can deal with the scents just fine all day every day. I done some pretty funk pours of things like Lilac and Amish Harvest. I generall pour two scents at a time but it doesn't make me sick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 Oh my, I have been sick to my stomach before too when pouring patchouli or rose. Those are about the only two that bother me. I just make sure I pour something I like last. That way I don't smell THEM all night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sab Posted April 13, 2006 Author Share Posted April 13, 2006 The FO's that seem to get to me the most are pine, balsam, and most recently Candied Blueberry. I'll be packing those away for a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty1_AJ Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 The ones that kill me are lavender and lilac. Pity they sell so well. LOL Pretty much any floral makes me gag when I'm pouring. So it's OPEN with the windows, ON with the fan, and ON with the Darth Vader's Sister mask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terrie Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 Off the top of my head, Peak's Cinnamon Buns and Clean Cotton give me major migraines. And now that I'm preg., I'm finding even more FO's that make me sick. Open some windows and turn on some fans! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 I get horrible sore throats, headaches and feel like I am dehydrated.....it's why I took off the whole winter from candles and I just got over a bad sore throat from starting back up a couple of weeks ago...I find that I can only do about 3 pounds a day and have to take a break in between batches for a day or so....:lipsrseal and for get about peppermint.....I vowed never again to pour that one.....LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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