Can You Mix Soy and Paraffin Wax for Candle Making?
Yes, you absolutely can blend soy wax and paraffin wax when making candles!
Blending these two types of wax allows you to combine the best features of both — the eco-friendliness of soy and the strong scent throw and vibrant color retention of paraffin.
At Karessa Candles, we prioritize 100% natural soy wax for its clean, eco-conscious burn, but understanding wax blends helps you appreciate why soy-only candles are so special!
Why Would Someone Blend Soy and Paraffin Wax?
Blending can offer:
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Stronger fragrance throw (especially for larger rooms)
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Brighter colors for decorative candles
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Smooth finish and appearance
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Improved burn consistency
However, Karessa Candles' soy candles choose to stick to pure soy to promote better health, cleaner air, and sustainability — one candle at a time.
What Ratio of Soy to Paraffin Works Best?
Common blends are:
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70% soy / 30% paraffin for a cleaner, more natural candle with slight scent enhancement
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50/50 blend for maximum scent throw while retaining some eco-friendly properties
Since our Karessa handmade candles focus on eco-conscious living, we recommend sticking to 100% natural soy wax whenever possible for the healthiest burn.
Is Blending Soy and Paraffin Eco-Friendly?
Not really.
While soy wax is a renewable, biodegradable resource, paraffin is petroleum-based and not sustainable.
That’s why at Karessa Candles, we exclusively use pure soy wax for our handmade, earth-friendly candles.
If you care about sustainability and cleaner indoor air, pure soy candles are your best choice!
Should You Choose a Pure Soy Candle Instead?
Absolutely.
While blended candles might have some visual advantages, pure soy wax candles — like the ones from Karessa Candles — offer:
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Cleaner, slower burn
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No toxins or pollutants
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Better for sensitive individuals
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Eco-conscious choice for our planet
Discover the magic of truly pure, natural soy candles with Karessa's handmade luxury candles.
In Conclusion:
While you can blend soy and paraffin wax, the healthiest and most sustainable choice will always be pure soy.
Experience the luxurious purity of Karessa Candles today — your home (and the planet) will thank you.
