blt212 Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Ok, I've been reading about CO for awhile but finally decided to try it on some CS scents that didn't seem to be throwing so great. I'm finding it's making a big difference in hot throw. Didn't need to wick differently and only used 1 tsp per lb.... for the price this looks like a good additive to keep around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_35550 Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I like it too. When I first proposed the idea of using coconut oil for improved hot throw, lots of folks thought it was just another fad. You just have to be careful on the amount if you are using a parasoy blend (1/2 tsp is good for mine). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandleindulgence Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Coconut Oil is definitely a good additive to soy wax either CB 135 or GB 464 to aid in the scent throw. A little goes a long way. Thanks,Jameel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursenancy Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I'm going to have to try that. Where do you all get it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbla Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Wow, wonder if that would help with the soy blend votives I'm playing with now. I posted asking about that awhile back in a coconut oil thread that was going on then, but I was using paraffin only then and nobody was really trying this in votives so I didn't get much feedback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blt212 Posted May 4, 2009 Author Share Posted May 4, 2009 I got mine at Walmart. It's by Louana called 76 Coconut Oil was about $5.00 for 1 lb. You should be able to find it near the Crisco and Turkey Fryer Oils. I agree that a little goes a long way...definitely will stick to the 1tsp/lb ratio. The container doesn't say anything about refrigeration and it's a little softer than crisco at room temp. It also took away the MP Frost Line in one of the testers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleMkrInTN Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Okay...so use the CO with any FO? for better soy throw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursenancy Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I'm definitely gonna try that. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I have used CO with NatureWax C3 (wicked with CDNs) at 1 tsp/lb. and found that it can exacerbate cracking issues (the dreaded C3 crack). While it does seem to have a small effect on HT, I found that USA gave me more punch in that area, didn't cause cracking, helped smooth the texture/tops of the wax and helped minimize frosting issues. I still keep CO around in case I run out of USA, but it's not my favorite additive. Since HT difficulties have so much to do with wicking, the CO can *seem* to do miracles with certain wicks in certain waxes and not have much effect one way or the other with other combos. There is no panacea - everyone has to simply test things with their own wax/wick/FO/container combos to see what works best for you. Test ONE thing at a time so you can tell what is and isn't working for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursenancy Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 :undecided HmmmmmMore thinking to do.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blt212 Posted May 4, 2009 Author Share Posted May 4, 2009 I agree with Stella that not every FO/wax/wick combination will work the same with any additive. I use ECO wicks with C3 and have also tried USA but I did not find that it gave an increase in HT that I'm finding with the CO. The CO is not NOT making a difference with the dreaded C3 crack but I don't think it made it any worse either. If I have to deal with the darn cracks anyway, I'll go for the additional HT when I can get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursenancy Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 I tried eco wicks w/ C3 and they shroomed like crazy. They don't do that for you? Of course I was trying to single wick a 4 incher, and you know how that is.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blt212 Posted May 5, 2009 Author Share Posted May 5, 2009 Whether the shrooming is bad seems to depend on the FO. I use 16oz smooth side masons or mayo jars. ECO's have worked best for me in this jar and believe me, I've tried them all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillowBoo Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 I tried the C-3 with the Soy Additive and the C-3 with CO. Used 1 T additive to 1 lb. wax, and also tried 2 tsps CO with 1 lb.wax - cranberry citrus and Macintosh apple FO's. The results appear to be the same with the hot and cold throw. The CO candles had more bubbles in the melted wax, but I noticed that the flames weren't as "wavy" with the CO as they were with the soy additive. Used CO in a paraffin blend - a little more than 1/2 tsp pp and I noticed a difference in the hot throw (more intense) and less smoking (4630). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trappeur Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 Which brand of coconut oil do you get? There are so many out there. What does the label say on the oil?Thanks.Trappeur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blt212 Posted May 14, 2009 Author Share Posted May 14, 2009 I got the Louana Brand at Walmart....one pound container about $5.00. I store it a room temp....I couldn't find anything on the label about refrigerating. See photo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillowBoo Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 I bought my CO from JBN. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 I store it a room temp....I couldn't find anything on the label about refrigeratingIt's LouAna 76 because at 76°F, it becomes a liquid. Like most oils, its shelf life is extended by keeping in a cool, dark location. Like Crisco, it'll keep well at room temp, but its quality will degrade faster at higher storage temps (like 80°+). If you want it to last a long, long time, keep it in the fridge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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