Candle FAQ’s

What are the types of wax you use for your candles?

We use both beeswax and soy pellets in making candles. The large manifestation candles are made with 100% organic soy wax. The smaller mini versions of the manifestation candles are made of 100% organic beeswax. We do not use paraffin wax. Soy wax is made from environmentally friendly, renewable resources and paraffin wax is made from petroleum and is non-renewable. Soy wax tends to burn cleaner and produces less soot.

Beeswax is used because it helps purify the air. Beeswax candles are great for people with allergies, asthma, sinuses and sensitivities. Not to mention, beeswax is a natural, and renewable resource. It is believed that beeswax candles emit a bring, healthy light in the same spectrum as the sun, while negative ions clean the air while invigorating the body.

"My candle won't stay lit, how do I fix it?"

There is something highly satisfying about hearing the crackle and unique flicker of wood wick candles (what I use on the BehatiReiki candles). Wooden wicks provide a nice cozy ambiance, but I do know they can be a little tricky if you're not used to them as they do burn differently than the traditional cotton wick. I've chose to use wooden wicks for the 12 oz candles because the wooden wick typically does not produce soot or smoke, and combined with plant based soy wax and natural essential oils, they burn extremely clean. If you do experience soot or smoke, it's probably because the wick needs to be trimmed or cleaned from charred bits.

Common problem: Candle Tunneling.

Avoid candle "tunneling" by allowing your candle to form a full melt pool. To prevent this issue, make sure to give the candle enough time to develop melted wax that goes all the way to the edge of the container. This can take up to 2+ hours to form.

Make sure to trim your candle wick and remove the charred bits if possible. For optimal burn, a wood wick should be about 1/8".

If your candle won't stay lit, it's probably because the wick may be too long, or it needs to be cleaned from the charred material. Remember, it's not the wood that's fueling the flame, but the wax. The flame draws the wax upwards through the wick, so if it's not trimmed short and clean, the wax can't make the flame.

Common problem: Candle Drowning.
Your candle can also be "drowning" in a wax pool. In this event, try using a paper towel or napkin to soak some of the excess wax. If the candle is cooled, you can also remove some of the wax by scooping/scraping out some wax.

Hope this tip helps you out, and you can always email behatireiki@gmail.com if you have any other questions.