How to get a black candle?

[hornermomof3]

Im using 11oz cargill c-4 wax and Ive tried Lonestars black. Anywhere from 4 to 15 drops and its dark gray. Then someone told me to use Barnlofts black dye and same thing?? I was told that this would do it but its not.Can someone please help out??????

Thanks!!!!

[ChrisR]

Daph's (Barn Loft) dyes are used and measured differently.....you cannot just add drops, you have to weigh it. I've been using her dyes since they came out and I get great black/black candles!!

You aren't using enough if your candles aren't black.

[topofmurrayhill]

So try 20 drops.

If it causes any bad side effects once you have the color, you'll have to consider a different colorant or wick or whatever -- but there's no trick to getting black except adding enough dye. Soy needs the most because it's completely opaque and reflects light from the surface.

[Carriegsxr6]

I think more than 16 drops pp, is a waste of dye and a waste of time. try another dye.

[carol k]

in pure soy i use 30 drops of mc's black dye to get a black, black candle.

i have not had any wick issues.

[hornermomof3]

I finally got my first real black candle!!!! :bliss:

Thanks sooo much.

[junebug]

Try adding dark blue for a more intense black, voilet would work too;

I did that for hairdos anyways, FWIW>