momma dragon Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Hello all, first time in and happy to be here. I have to use EO's cuz FO's trigger my migraines. Having trouble with HST. Was using 1/4o.z EO /lb cargills v-1. with and with out palm stearic (5%-25%). no luck! Is there anyone else who uses EO's that can HELP? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 There are very few EO's that I use straight in my candles and get a good throw........Lavender, patchouli, spearmint/eucalyptus are about it, at close to 1 oz./lb. I use my Eo's mostly in addition to my FO's to 'kick up' the scent and throw. Citrus EO's and some mints will give off a nasty fuel smell and actually fade fairly fast all by themselves. I think blends of a few EO's together give off a better throw and last longer, but you'll have to just test and see what works in your wax. Good luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Accents Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Haven't tried EOs in votives yet, but I use .5 oz pp. I've read a couple places that it's better not to use stearic in the V-1; other places don't mention it at all. Are you letting your candles cure? Soy needs time to sit before putting out a good throw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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