Vegetable Stearin for candles

What is vegetable stearin?

Vegetable stearin is a plant product derived from palm oil. Vegetable stearin was obtained by a process of hydrogenation of palm oil and its refining. She improves texture of your wax but also its hardness and allows him to last over time. Stearic acid has been an important ingredient in candle making since the Middle Ages.

What is stearin used for in a candle?

The svegetable tearin is designed for the manufacture of molded candles like creating fondants for example. It is an additive that can be used in combination with other waxes, such as soy wax or beeswax. She gives excellent outfit and one shine increased to your wax cast. Whether you want to create fondants, candles, sculpted candles or other shapes, our vegetable stearin mixes perfectly with soy wax and other vegetable waxes. Stearic acid can be used to create decorative effects such as marbled candles or candles with a frosted effect. It can also be used to increase color density in the colored candles. This additive also improves the olfactory rendering of your candle between 5 to 10% if you use soy wax.

How is stearin used in candle making?

In the making of molded and poured candles, vegetable stearin plays an essential role. It can be used as main component or like additive for other types of wax. By adding up to 10% of stearin to your wax mixture, you reinforce the hardness of the candles and considerably extend their burning time. The use of vegetable stearin in candle making is a common practice. It is approved for safe use. This additive allows for more regular combustion and offers excellent thermal stability. By integrating vegetable stearin into your paraffin mixture, your candle will have a longer burn time compared to a candle made only with paraffin. This addition of stearic acid also increases the melting point of the candles. But favor the use of metal molds or in silicone rather than latex ones. Satisfied with our vegetable stearin? Let us know! Share your experience and give your opinion in comments. Your opinions are valuable in improving the quality of our products.

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