chrisasst Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 do you shake your fo bottle before you use it? does it matter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarynjms Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 no, never heard of that? are we supposed to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliZona Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I always shake mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavenScentU Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Yup! I do especially if it is a scent I don't use alot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgirl Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Shake, Shake, Shake.. Shake your bottle , shake your bottle...:tiptoe:Anyhow.. I always shake my oils before I pour.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtybirdsoaps Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I always have, I just figure to make sure its well blended. Dont know if your supposed to or not.....just habit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabbledoya Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Don't know if it matters, but I tip it upside down 4 or 5 times before pouring it~~I think it's just a habit for me, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerinarkansas Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I'm a shaker too...Ginger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WaxFlower Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I'm a shaker too...I just assume that when liqiud mixures set for any length of time that the contents might separate...shake, shake shake to be sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Candelishis Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I too shake, because I had a "Grandma's Kitchen" FO and a Creme Brulee that separated over time. I've since switched suppliers, and the new ones don't separate anymore, but I am still in the habit of shaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenniejr Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I am a shaker to. A lot of suppliers tell you to do so because some of the FO may settle or crystalize in the bottom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Guess I'm an oddball again. I don't shake. If it's one I don't use much, I'll tip it back and forth gently a couple times. I never really though about it too much, but instinct has always been to avoid any movements that can contribute to air in my wax and finished candles. Hmmm.. wonder if it really matters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolphin146 Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 I shake mine all the time. Regina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizbizzyb Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Put your back into it and shake dammit!shaker here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ring of Fire Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 May as well get some exercise while you are at it. First put in your favorite CD, start singing along, then dance around the house for a while shaking away. Move those arms and make sure the caps are on tight. When you are dead tired, I am sure they will be shaken up enough. :whoohoo: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cissy Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Yep! Make sure the lid is tight! Ask this dummy!. I once removed the dropper type lid from one bottle, was trying to get every last drop into my pourpot, placed the lid on top of the new bottle without screwing it on. (was buzy working fast before temp dropped too much). I then grabbed the new bottle and started shaking as always....FO went everywhere. What a mess to clean up and lost a few ounces to boot...all over my notes (they still smell good, just can't read them all!)Soooo! Remember to screw, screw, screw.....and shake, shake, shake!Seriously, though, I don't know that it's necessary, but I figure that the manufacturers sometimes blend several fragrances together to achieve the scent they want (as I do sometimes). If this is the case, then I want to be sure they stay blended before I pour. This might not be a fact, but I'd rather be sure than wonder about it. I like consistency in everything I make. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I've never shaken mine. It never occurred to me to do so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vio Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 OMG another thing to remember!!! Must shake up bottles before using. *getdown* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anabanana's candles Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I am a shaker too. Just habit I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I am compelled to shake it! (I am more careful about screwing the lid tight first!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandlekrazy Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I shake mine as well. I figure if a heavier oil is mixed with a lighter oil to make a blend, it may separate some...in my twisted brain anyway! Old habits die hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 I asked the folks at work and pretty much everyone said that you shouldn't have to shake the bottles, but that it's probably a good idea anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 I turn mine upside down and right side up a few times and I look at it to see if there is any obvious separation, but I don't want to introduce any more air than necessary into the wax and I wonder about exposing so much of the liquid to air - oxidation and all that... Oxidation is a big deal in degradation of so many products and compounds... If one is using it at a pretty quick rate, I don't think it would matter if ya shook it up a lot (like my partner does); but if one keeps FOs for some months, I think it's best not to give it a froth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vio Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 *taking even more notes* LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asheebeans Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 Yep! Make sure the lid is tight! I then grabbed the new bottle and started shaking as always....FO went everywhere. What a mess to clean up and lost a few ounces to boot...all over my notes (they still smell good, just can't read them all!) :embarasse Well I am glad to see I am in good company! I did that myself once! LOL What a great-smelling mess! Soooo! Remember to screw, screw, screw.....and shake, shake, shake! :naughty: LOL I couldn't resist!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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