Daisyd'Light Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Wanting to venture to the bright side of soy. Would like to get opinions from you as to where to start. ((Is there a soy that does not require any additives other than scent and color?)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 It is all a matter of preference as with any wax. Look for a place closest to you and order a starter kit and go from there. You can use 100% soys that don't require additives or you can go with a blend. It just depends on what you want and end up liking. Everyone's tastes and opinions are so different that you just need to buy samples and see what works for you. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlewitch Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Yes and no there. Some are pretty bad. Some frost like a bad freezer while others have cauliflower tops. Some have nice tops and very little frost and may not adhere well. The best soy wax? It is coming out soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleCouture Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Yes and no there. Some are pretty bad. Some frost like a bad freezer while others have cauliflower tops. Some have nice tops and very little frost and may not adhere well. The best soy wax? It is coming out soon. Would love to know what you mean by this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlewitch Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 I bet you do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleCouture Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 I'm pretty sure most people do. Don't you? Otherwise, what was the purpose of your post? You didn't really answer her question, and, you didn't really give any specifics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 I don't think there really is a way to answer this question since it is a matter of preference and what you will live with (frosting, second pours, cauliflower tops ect) compared to what others will live with. I think you need to test all kinds of waxes before a person decides what wax they like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daisyd'Light Posted June 19, 2006 Author Share Posted June 19, 2006 Okay, I should have been more specific. What soy wax or blend do you prefer? For container use. Thanks again. CWitch-can't wait for this revolutionary wax! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgirl Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 The best soy wax? It is coming out soon. Are you going to keep us guessing????? What New Wax???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekrunner Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 I think I know, but I won't try spoiling the surprise. geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleCouture Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 I hope this isn't "Soy Pro" we're talking about...cause I've tested, and, it stinks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernGal Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Okay, I should have been more specific. What soy wax or blend do you prefer? For container use. Thanks again. HTH, . Remember, this is just my opinion based on my testing. I like the scent throw of pure soy (Eco-Pure Soy & GB 415) and imo it has a shorter cure time but don't like the ugly bumpy tops, yuck (pita to get rid of). I prefer GB 464 compared to Eco- Adv. and Eco 135. When I tested Eco-Adv., I got a lot of wet spots. They say it is supposed to pull away from the jar to give a uniform look, I just got a lot of wet spots. Also, even a really super strong scent requires 2 weeks (if not more) to cure with Eco-Adv. I just recently tested 15 Eco 135 compared it to GB464. The Eco CB to me still required alot of work on the tops compared to 464. I think the scent throw on these to are comparable and give less wet spots. I'm sticking to 464. Another plus, is 464 is cheaper (not in quality). hth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgirl Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 I think I know, but I won't try spoiling the surprise. geekC'MON GEEK!! I don't want to be suprised!!! Give us a hint...Hey PM me the information... I won't tell anyone!!!! LOL:laugh2: They will have to torture me first!!!I'm sticking to 464. Another plus, is 464 is cheaper (not in quality).I have to agree on the 464.. I like this wax also!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 I know what it is. But it will only be available to a select few. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daisyd'Light Posted June 19, 2006 Author Share Posted June 19, 2006 I know what it is. But it will only be available to a select few. Are the FEW like "The Skulls"? LOL! How do I join? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 i'd like to be on that list, I think i have tested nearly every soy out there at one point....still don't have anything I am 100% happy with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlewitch Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Top, good guess, Wrong. Geek, Your oath has been rewarded. 100-free tokens to the arcade. It is still being tested so nothing to else to report......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iammommytwo Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 alrighty then......back to the subject. IMO, I am a CBA user and like it alot. I'll take wet spots over frosting any day. I have had very consistent results, w/out throw issues.I do also like the 464, but only if I don't color it.I do agree- you should find the closest suppliers to you and try 2 or 3 types to see what YOU like working with, and what works for you.HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekrunner Posted June 19, 2006 Share Posted June 19, 2006 Top, good guess, Wrong. Geek, Your oath has been rewarded. 100-free tokens to the arcade. It is still being tested so nothing to else to report.........geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris77 Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 The best soy wax? It is coming out soon. How did you find out? Alright, the cat's out of the bag.....I'll go public now I guess.....I, Chris77, am going to perfect a formula blend using Candlewic's Soy125 and everyone will want it. It won't frost, it will hold 8% FO, and it will give beautiful tops. Oh yeah, did I mention everyone will want it? HAHAHAHA...... :laugh2: *pinch* *pinch*Sorry, must have been dreaming there for a minute....do tell when it comes out please, I'd like to get in line!C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlewitch Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 I am not making the wax, as a business, it is my and your business to find out what is going on with your suppliers and such. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleCouture Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 Huh? Is it just me, or is this type of code speak a bit perplexing, and just a tad bit annoying? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris77 Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 Huh? Is it just me, or is this type of code speak a bit perplexing, and just a tad bit annoying?Not a bunch of code....just a group of people who for one enjoy each other and like to have some fun. Secondly, everyone who has been here for a long time has done there own testing and research and learned by experience. I have not been at candles for that long, but I have been a manager for years and it does not benefit my employees to always give them the answer when they ask...in the end it cripples them. It is my job to teach people how to find answers for themselves by asking them questions to help lead them to the answer. Sometimes I give the answer, but a lot of times with a little bit of guidance, they come to the answer on their own. Then they feel good because they figured it out and it gives them the courage to search out future answers instead of coming to me. As chandler's, we will never truly get anywhere and succeed on our own if we always have someone giving us all of the answers. If we did, our mentors would handicap us, teaching us not to think, and teaching us to be dependent.Now I'm sure I'm going to get jumped for all of that, but that's ok. There is someone on the board that when I have questions, I get a straight answer and at times it's great. There are other times where the answer is a little vague, but I can see that this member is encouraging me to get my feet wet....ya know, put the carrot in front of the horses nose and watch them take off on their own to figure it out.*stepping off soap box*Have a great night....C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 ooooohh, another wax to tempt me??? Was that all the hints we get? Guess I'd better go to work on it then!! Back to the original question, for what it's worth my two favorite waxes are 464 and KY125, which are both close to you, daisy, if I remember right that you are in TN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleCouture Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 Not a bunch of code....just a group of people who for one enjoy each other and like to have some fun. Secondly, everyone who has been here for a long time has done there own testing and research and learned by experience. I have not been at candles for that long, but I have been a manager for years and it does not benefit my employees to always give them the answer when they ask...in the end it cripples them. It is my job to teach people how to find answers for themselves by asking them questions to help lead them to the answer. Sometimes I give the answer, but a lot of times with a little bit of guidance, they come to the answer on their own. Then they feel good because they figured it out and it gives them the courage to search out future answers instead of coming to me. As chandler's, we will never truly get anywhere and succeed on our own if we always have someone giving us all of the answers. If we did, our mentors would handicap us, teaching us not to think, and teaching us to be dependent.Now I'm sure I'm going to get jumped for all of that, but that's ok. There is someone on the board that when I have questions, I get a straight answer and at times it's great. There are other times where the answer is a little vague, but I can see that this member is encouraging me to get my feet wet....ya know, put the carrot in front of the horses nose and watch them take off on their own to figure it out.*stepping off soap box*Have a great night....CNot sure what on earth ANY of that has ANYTHING to do with ANY of what I said, however, I'm pretty tired just from reading it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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