How to Make Palm Wax Pillar Candles

Have you ever tried making a candle from palm wax? Palm wax is an all-natural material that crystallizes when dry, giving a crystal effect to the finished candle. There are some ways to maximize the crystal look in the finished candle, so you should follow these tips when making your own palm wax candles. Follow these easy steps to make a beautiful pillar candle of your own from palm wax with only a few materials necessary.

Key Takeaways:

• Begin by melting palm wax using the double boiler method.
• After the wax has melted and is in the 180-210F range, add fragrance and dye, mix, then pour.
• Prevent air bubbles by poking relief holes through the top of the candle while it’s cooling.

“For best results, preheat your mold using a heat gun. If you don’t have a heat gun, use the heat from your hands to gently warm the metal if it is cold.”

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