Why is my candle not smooth?

In the majority of cases a lumpy top on a soy candle is the result of pour temperature. Many people do not place enough importance on pour temperature, some not even using a thermometer. Lumpy tops can usually be fixed by increasing the pour temperature in increments until the problem disappears.

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Why can't I smell my candle when it's burning?

If you can no longer smell your candle, it does not mean the scent has disappeared; more than likely your brain had enough and switched off so you no longer notice the scent. After burning your candle for 2 hours, try stepping outside for about 15 minutes to clear your scent palate and come back in. Why do my candle wicks mushroom? If you've ever had a candle with a black cap on the end, or what looks like a mushroom cap, it means your candle wick is mushrooming. In essence, the ratio of wax to wick is off. The buildup of excess materials left from not burning correctly is the cap of carbon particles you see, otherwise known as a mushroom wick.

Can you put candles in the fridge to set?

Put your candle in the refrigerator: While you will be anxious for your candle to set up completely, putting your candle in the refrigerator will speed up the cooling process but can "hurt" your candle in a few different ways. Even then, we only recommend leaving the candles in the fridge for about 5-10 minutes MAX.) How long should a candle cure? Most people recommend at least 24 to 48 hours for a paraffin-based candle, and up to a week for a soy-based candle. But there are things you can do when you are actually making the candle that will help too: Make sure to add your fragrance oil at the right temperature.

How can I maximize my candle scent?

Place candles far away from air vents to maximize their scent. Pay attention to where your candle is placed in the room. If you're setting it near a window that gets opened often, an overhead fan or air vent, all those things can affect how strong the candle smells. Consequently, what is the most popular yankee candle scent? Midnight Jasmine scent Yankee Candle's Midnight Jasmine scent is one of the brand's most popular candles, with a five-star customer rating. The scent is made with tones of water jasmine, sweet honeysuckle, neroli, and mandarin blossom.