Candle Making at Home

Candle Making at Home: What to Buy, Where to Begin, What to Expect

🕯️ Why More Indians Are Making Candles at Home in 2025

Candle making is no longer just a hobby—it’s a full-blown movement in Indian households. From creating personalized gifts to launching homegrown brands, thousands of people across India are discovering the joy, creativity, and income potential of making candles at home.

If you’ve been wondering where to start, what to buy, or what to expect, this guide is made for you.

Whether you want to make 3 candles for Diwali gifting, or 300 for your upcoming small business—this guide will help you begin with confidence.

🧭 What You'll Learn

  • Essential raw materials for candle making
  • Where to source reliable supplies in India
  • Step-by-step beginner-friendly process
  • Budget options for every home
  • What to expect as a first-time maker

🧰 What to Buy for Candle Making at Home


Here’s a beginner’s list of raw materials you need to start candle making:

Item Why You Need It
Wax (Soy/Paraffin/Beeswax) Main ingredient that burns
Wicks (Cotton/Wooden) Creates flame, critical for performance
Fragrance Oils Adds aroma to your candles
Jars or Moulds Holds the wax—can be glass, ceramic, silicone
Dye or Liquid Dye Optional for color tint
Wick Stickers + Holders Holds wick in place during pour
Pouring Jug or Melter Used to melt and pour wax
Thermometer Monitors wax temperature for best results

 

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🧪 Choosing the Right Wax

  • Luxury Soy Wax: Natural, matte finish, longer burn, eco-friendly

  • Paraffin Wax: Affordable, high scent throw, shiny finish

  • Beeswax: Premium, natural honey aroma, long burn

  • Coconut Wax: Soft, luxury-style feel, high scent diffusion

🧠 Pro Tip: Luxury Soy is the best wax for beginners. Low mess, clean finish, and forgiving.

🔥 Wicks: Small Part, Big Impact

Wicks must match your jar size and wax type. Too small and it drowns; too big and it smokes.

  • Use our Eco braided wicks or refer our listings
  • Cotton wicks = soft, quiet burn
  • Wooden wicks = crackle sound, strong flame

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💐 Fragrance Oils for Indian Homes

Indian buyers love floral, fruity, and festive scents.

Top beginner-friendly fragrance oils:

💡 Tip: Use 8–10% fragrance load by wax weight. Add oils between 80–90°C.

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🕳️ Jars or Moulds?

  • Glass Jars: Safer, reusable, looks premium
  • Silicone Moulds: Great for decorative shapes, easy demolding
  • Metal Tins: Travel-friendly, budget gifting

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🎨 Do You Need Color?


Optional—but adds visual pop. Use candle-safe dye blocks or flakes.

  • Soft pastel = 1 pinch per 500g wax

  • Bold colors = 2–3 pinches or layer effects

🛒 Wax Dye Options: See All Colors

🧼 Tools You’ll Need


Even with the best ingredients, you’ll need some basic tools:

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🕯️ Step-by-Step Candle Making at Home

  1. Melt wax using a double boiler or electric wax melter(Advanced version)
  2. Secure wick in your jar or mould
  3. Cool wax slightly, add fragrance & color
  4. Pour slowly into container, center wick
  5. Cure for 24–48 hrs before lighting
  6. Trim wick, label, and enjoy!

💰 What’s the Budget to Start?


Budget What You Can Make
₹499–₹999 2–3 small candles (gift sets)
₹1000–₹2499 5–8 candles, variety pack
₹2500–₹4999 Starter business kits

 

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🔁 What to Expect as a First-Timer

  • Your first pour might not be perfect (and that’s okay!)
  • Test multiple wick sizes
  • Always let candles cure fully before judging scent
  • Start small, scale smart

🌟 Pro Tips to Make Your Candles Stand Out

  • Always wipe jars with alcohol before pouring
  • Label your candles with burn time, scent, and batch no.
  • Use neutral colors and minimalist design to sell more
  • Test every new formula before selling

🤝 Why Choose Candle Making Supplies India?

  • Trusted by 10,000+ Indian candle businesses
  • All raw materials lab-tested & beginner-friendly
  • Fast shipping, easy return policy
  • Pre-assembled kits for hobbyists & pros
  • Personal support on WhatsApp, email, and Instagram

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