Just what are these things and what heck do they do? Details inside!
Candle additives in today's market simply give the finished candle different traits.
Below are the most common additives and their uses.
Vybar 103: This additive increases hardness and surface gloss. It will reduce air bubbles and mottling. It can enhance the color and scent of the candle. When needed its proper mix ratio is 1 tablespoon per 2 pounds of wax. This is a basic formula. You should always consult any product literature before using.
UV Light Stabilizer: Candles when left in direct sunlight can become discolored and fade. This will help prevent that from happening. When needed its proper mix ratio is.2 percent or about 1/2 teaspoon per pound of wax. This is a basic formula. You should always consult any product literature before using.
Vybar 260: This additive increases hardness and surface gloss. It will reduce air bubbles and mottling. It can enhance the color and scent of the candle. When needed its proper mix ratio is 1 tablespoon per 2 pounds of wax.This is a basic formula. You should always consult any product literature before using.
Universal Additive: This additive increases hardness, increases opacity, binds oil to wax, lengthens burn time and aids in releasing the candle from the mold. When needed its proper mix ratio is 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per pound of wax.This is a basic formula. You should always consult any product literature before using.
Mineral Oil: This is used to create the mottling effect in paraffin wax. You could always just use IGI 1274 wax. It is a specialty blend of fully refined paraffin waxes which produces the "mottling" effect when used in the manufacture of pillar and votive candles. When needed its proper mix ratio is three tablespoons per pound of wax. You should always consult any product literature before using.
Stearic Acid: This additive is used in paraffin and vegetable waxes to increase hardness and opacity. When needed its proper mix ratio is three tablespoons per pound of wax.You should always consult any product literature before using.