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October News & Top 5 Autumn Fragrances
Autumn is a busy season for candle makers: new collections take shape, fragrance combinations are put to the test, and preparations for the festive season begin. This October, we’ve added a new earthy shade and a larger wax melter to the SOYACANDLES.COM range. We’re also revealing the five fragrance oils you’re choosing most this autumn. BEKRO Earthy Red joins our earthy colour collection.&nb...
Candle Dyes: How to Choose, Measure and Achieve Colour?
Soft pastels, rich moss green or warm autumn orange – colour helps set the mood of a candle and complement its fragrance. However, the final result depends on more than your chosen shade. The wax you use, the type of colourant you select and how you incorporate it all matter.In this article, we explain the difference between candle dyes and pigments, how much to use and how to avoid common colouri...
August News!
This August, we have added new candle containers and another distinctive BEKRO candle dye colour to our range. New batches of Keragreen waxes will also be arriving soon, and our annual sale now features more than 100 discounted products.New Clear Glass Candle ContainerOur range has been expanded with a clear 230 ml glass candle container from the BASIC line.Its classic shape, thick base and clear ...
July News!
What’s New This July?
New colours, fragrances and creative kits have arrived in our online shop.
10 New Liquid Soap Dyes
Our soap-making range has been expanded with 10 new colours of liquid soap dye from Creativ Company.
They are easy to measure, mix together and use to create handmade soaps in a wide variety of shades.
4 New Candle-Making Kits
Would you like to try candle making, or ...
Do you make candles? We’ve got another idea for your creations
New Opportunities for Candle Makers If you enjoy making candles, you probably know the feeling of wanting to take your creativity one step further – creating not only the candle itself, but also a unique vessel, tray, or decorative piece to accompany it.That's why we'd like to invite you to visit our second online store – MagicMiniature.com.Here you'll find a wide range of products that perfe...
How to Make a Candle or Reed Diffuser: Choosing Supplies
How to Make a Candle or Reed Diffuser as a Gift: Choosing the Right Supplies YIT.LT, Arnas Šarkūnas 2024 12 13 As the cold season sets in and we spend more time in our homes, we want to make them cosy, filled with natural warmth and pleasant scents. Candles and home fragrance sticks are often used for this. Eglė Salienė, founder of Soyacandles.lt, which sells raw materials for them,...
How to Reduce Candle Production Costs Sustainably
How to Reduce Candle Production Costs Sustainably Delfi.lt, Sigutė Limontaitė 2024 11 30 Small businesses in Lithuania still face financing challenges, especially when it comes to raising finance. This is why entrepreneurs themselves are looking for ways to not only create but also maintain a profitable business, using training and the experience of other successful entrepreneurs.La...
Turned a hobby into a profitable business
Turned a hobby into a profitable business Delfi.lt, Izabelė Bočkienė 2024 09 12 What does it take to start a successfull business? A solid start-up capital, a team of professionals and a well-thought-out marketing strategy may seem like the most important. However, the story of Laurynas, the founder of Soyacandles.lt, is slightly different. He and his wife Egle started making candle...
How to Make a Soy Wax Candle at Home and Avoid Mistakes
How to Make a Soy Wax Candle at Home and Avoid the Most Common MistakesLrytas.tv, Gintarė Valancevičiūtė 2022 10 03 Eglė Salienė, the founder of the shop Soyacandles.com, which offers products for the production of candles, perfumes and soaps, says that the products offered to customers in her shop are truly exceptional, the woman orders raw materials from various European countries.And ...
From a Hobby to a Successful Soy Wax Candle Business
Turning a homemade candle factory into a successful soy wax business 15min.lt 2021 09 30 UAB Balsius has become a member of Swedbank's small business strengthening community "Everyone Can". Public relations specialist Eglė Salienė and her economist husband Laurynas started making soy wax candles in their spare time - they would give them to friends as gifts - and slowly, withou...
How to make a candle at home?
How to make a candle at home?To make a jar candle at home, you need a few basic ingredients and tools. Here is the basic candle making process, ingredients and tools you will need.Ingredients:wax (e.g. soya, rapeseed, coconut wax),a container for the candle (glass, metal, ceramic, etc.)a wick for the candle,stickers for the wick,wick centering tool,fragrance oil (if you want a scented candle),dye ...
Candle burn time: how do I know?
Burning time of candles: how to determine it?Weigh the candle at the start of burning and note the gross weight (including the container). Then let it burn for 4 hours. Weigh it at the end of the burning time. Write down the difference in weight and divide by 4. This will give you an approximate amount of wax burned per hour. To know the total burning time of the candle, you should find out t...
About our candle waxes
Find out more about our waxes In this article we're delving deeper into the field of natural waxes, exploring the variety of waxes available and giving you tips on how to choose the perfect wax for your candles. Natural waxes have long been appreciated for their eco-friendliness, sustainability and unique properties. Here are the differences between soy, coconut, beeswax and rapeseed wax...
Creating Sustainable Products
Product Ideas with a Green TwistIn today's eco-friendly world, it's crystal clear that we need to step up our game when it comes to packaging and storing our products. Those old-school materials like plastic and disposables? Yes, they're a major contributor to pollution and a drain on our resources. That's why people, both in the business world and among us regular consumers, are on the hunt for o...
Understanding IFRA Certificate
How to understand IFRA certificate?The IFRA (International Fragrance Association) certificate holds significant importance within the fragrance and cosmetic industries as it ensures the safe and responsible use of fragrances in various consumer products. Spanning a rich history since its establishment in 1973, the IFRA has been steadfastly dedicated to regulating and promoting the safe usage of fr...
20 Melt & Pour Soap Making Ideas
20 Creative Melt & Pour Soap IdeasMelt & pour soap making had been steadily gaining popularity as a DIY craft and hobby. It's a beginner-friendly method of melting pre-made soap bases and adding desired colors, scents and additives to create unique and individual bars of soap. Here are some fun and creative melt and pour soap ideas to inspire you in your soap making process:Natural and org...
10 Trending Candle Styles
10 Candle Styles Trending NowAre you lacking ideas on which candle styles are currently the most popular? In this blog post we look at current candles, so take a look and get inspired! Remember that trends change every year. So if you like any of these trends, go ahead and get started!Organic and Fair Trade CandlesCandles that are made from natural ingredients and in a responsible way are on the r...
Mistakes of a beginner candle maker
Mistakes of a beginner candle makerWe've all started and made our first candle. Here we have collected the most common beginner mistakes. We hope that this article will be useful to you and that you will avoid these things in the very beginning!Adding too much fragrance oil to the wax. Beginners usually find it difficult to calculate the amount of scent to add to the wax, or do not have more accur...
No Scent Throw in a Candle?
No Scent Throw in a Candle?So you have just lit a candle, but the scent is weak or non-existent. Why? This is one of the most frequently asked questions after making a candle with fragrance oil. Let's discuss in this article what we can fix and what to pay attention to when making a vegetable wax candle.First, let's list the main highlights of the production process:fragrance oil concentration,fra...
Is Candle Curing a Must?
Do I Need to Cure my Candle?Should a candle be left to cure for two days, or rather two to three weeks? Does it even matter?This is one of the questions candle makers ask most often. Let’s take a closer look at why a candle’s curing time might be important.Many people think that a candle is ready to burn as soon as the wax has hardened. In reality, slow processes take place in the wax after it har...
Candle Making Terms
Important Candle Making TermsHave you ever looked up the meaning of one or another term or abbreviation used in candle making? Look no further! In this post, we'll go over the main candle-making terms - get to know them!Additive: A substance mixed with wax to improve its burning properties or change its properties. Additives can include a UV stabilizer (e.g. BEKRO CS 6000), stearic acid (e.g....
How to use wax melts?
What Are Wax Melts Used For? A wax melt is essentially a scented candle. Scented wax is melted in a wax melter—either an electric melter or a burner that uses tea lights. As it melts, it typically releases a stronger and more consistent scent than a regular candle.This is because the wax is heated at a consistent temperature, which helps the fragrance compounds evaporate effectively and fill ...
How to make a reed diffuser?
How to make a reed diffuser at home?You will need a few ingredients:special base for home fragrances with reeds, for example AUGEO CLEAN MULTI,natural or synthetic fiber reeds,bottle with narrow neck,fragrance oil.What do you need to know before you make a home fragrance with reeds?Learn more about the base you have chosen for the home fragrance - what is the recommended ratio between it and the f...
About UFI Code
About UFI codeThroughout the European Union, starting in 2021, labels on hazardous chemical mixtures (except for mixtures classified solely for environmental hazards—H400, H410, H411, H412, H413) must include a 16-character code—the Unique Formula Identifier (UFI).The UFI allows poison control centers to precisely identify a specific chemical mixture and quickly provide medical professionals with ...
Scent Notes - What's That?
How to understand scent notes?Every fragrance unfolds gradually—not all at once. When you first smell a fragrance, you only perceive its opening notes, but after a few minutes or hours, new layers of the scent begin to emerge. That’s why fragrance compositions are divided into top, middle, and base notes.Top NotesTop notes are the first impression of a scent. You experience them immediately after ...
Vessels with cork lids - inspirations
Vessels with cork lids - inspirationsIn recent years, candle makers have increasingly opted for glass containers with cork lids. Not only do they look aesthetically pleasing and cozy, but they also blend perfectly with natural, minimalist, or Scandinavian-style home interiors. Cork gives the product a unique touch, and a properly selected lid helps protect the candle from dust and preserves its sc...
Criteria for a Quality Candle
Features of a properly made candleThe quality of a candle depends on the materials, the production tools and the whole production process. Here we will discuss the main criteria for determining whether a candle has manufacturing defects and features that are not considered a manufacturing defect.1. The candle has a manufacturing recipe and has been tested by the manufacturerExperienced candle manu...
About Our Fragrance Oils
About Soyacandles.com fragrance oilsUnlike essential oils that are plant-based, fragrance oils are a synthesized formula of natural fragrances, so they usually require lower concentration than essential oils to achieve the same fragrance intensity, and often require less expensive raw material to produce scent than essential oils (especially those very rare or expensive essential oils, such a...
Candle Making Tips
Candle Making Tips for BeginnersMaking your own candle is not only a rewarding creative hobby but also a wonderful way to create something truly unique. Using natural waxes such as soy, rapeseed, coconut, or their blends, you can craft beautiful, clean-burning candles tailored to your personal style.If you already have a suitable candle container, you're halfway there. At soyacandles.lt, you'll fi...
Zero Waste Principles
Soyacandles.lt – A Responsible Approach to Packaging and WasteWe believe that even small everyday decisions can contribute to a more sustainable way of doing business. That is why we follow waste reduction principles and strive to use packaging materials responsibly.Reducing Plastic Wherever PossibleWe aim to minimise the use of plastic. Small items are packed in paper bags, while parcels are prot...
Myths about Wooden Wicks
The most popular myths about wooden wicksWooden wicks are becoming increasingly popular among candle makers every year. However, there are still many misconceptions surrounding them. Let's take a look at the most common myths and find out how much truth there is behind them.Myth No. 1. Wooden wicks need to be wax-coated before useFalse. High-quality wooden wicks are ready to use straight out of th...
Why quality should never be sacrificed for a lower price
Why quality should never be sacrificed for a lower price DELFI.LT, Sigutė Limontaitė 2025 11 10 Businesses can release incredible amounts of toxic or hazardous substances into the environment when manufacturing, transporting, and delivering goods. However, Eglė Salienė, director of Balsius, a company that sells candles, home fragrances, and essential oils, is convinced that profit s...
Safety Guide of Concentrated Fragrances
How to handle concentrated fragrances safely?Safety - firstWhen done correctly, wearing protective gloves and goggles when pouring oil from a small bottle may seem unnecessary. On the other hand, improper storage of the bottle or pouring from larger containers may result in oil spillage. Remember that the aromatic oils in the bottle are concentrated and only after pouring into the wax its concentr...
How to Burn a Candle Safely?
How can you burn candles safely?Candles create a cosy atmosphere, help you relax, and fill your home with a pleasant fragrance. However, it's important to remember that a burning candle is an open flame and should always be used responsibly.We've put together a few simple tips to help you enjoy your candle safely—from the first light to the very last burn.Safe Candle Burning TipsNever leave a burn...