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QuestionCan you use food coloring to dye candles?
wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
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wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerLiquid food coloring won’t work, because it is water based and will not mix with the oils in the wax. However, you can use gel or paste food coloring. Powdered food coloring may also work. -
QuestionHow do you color candle wax naturally?
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wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerOne way is to infuse the wax with colorful herbs. Put powdered herbs such as alkanet, madder root, or spirulina into coffee filters and make them into bundles using twist ties. Place each bundle into a glass jar filled with melted wax. Put the jars in a water bath in a slow cooker on low for 24 hours. The tint from the herbs should soak through the coffee filters and color the wax. -
QuestionCan you spray paint candles?
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wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerGenerally, this is not a good idea. The paint can release unpleasant or dangerous fumes when you burn the candle. -
QuestionCan I add a scent to my dyed candles?
Community AnswerYes! You can buy scented oils from various stores or online and add them to your dyed candles. -
QuestionWhere can I find paraffin?
Community AnswerYou can buy it on Amazon, or check your local craft stores.
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