Gel candles are becoming more popular. They give off great fragrances and are decorative too. Gel candles are even being made as hobbies.
When candle making with gel candles, make sure to get the right density level. There are three levels and they are low, medium, and high. The density level indicates the potency of the candles fragrances.
The lightest fragrance will come from the lowest density level. The highest potency will come from the highest density level. Just know how potent you want your candle to be before you buy your supplies.
One of the most popular things about gel candles is that it can suspend objects within it. Beads, stones, marbles, and decorative fruit are just some of the objects that the gel can hold. Because the gel is translucent, you can see these objects suspended within it.
Both gel and wax can have dyes mixed into them to have colorful candles. Gel candles have the ability to have fragrance, colors, and objects suspended in them. Gel candles vary in their beauty because they can have several looks.
Candle making with wax is easier than using gel. Using gel in candle making is harder because it can never be a liquid. When it is melted it still has a gel or syrup like consistency, which makes it hard to pour into the mold.
After working with gel several times it is easier to make candles with it. But no matter how many times you practice, you still need to be careful when adding the dye and fragrance to get it just right. Putting that extra effort into it is worth it because your candle will be amazing.
It is very rewarding to do candle making with gel. After working with it for so long, you will feel like you have mastered the art of making gel candles. The candles you make can be given as gifts, sold, or you can use them yourself.
