PURE YELLOW BEESWAX

About Beeswax in candles

Natural yellow beeswax, unbleached, with its characteristic honey aroma. Sold by the kilo, cut from a block.

Beeswax is a popular material for candle making due to its natural properties and the high-quality burn it produces.

Beeswax candles offer a natural alternative to many synthetic candles. Their clean burn, pleasant natural aroma, and warm appearance make them a favorite for those who want a traditional, inviting light. Whether used on its own or blended with other waxes, beeswax remains valued for its quality and timeless appeal.

Some key points about beeswax in candles:

1. Natural and Sustainable

• Renewable Resource: Beeswax is produced naturally by honeybees, making it a renewable resource when harvested responsibly.
• No additives: As a natural product, beeswax is biodegradable and free from the additives often found in paraffin-based candles.

2. Clean, Slow Burning

• Low Soot Production: Well-wicked beeswax candles burn cleanly with minimal soot.
• Longer Burn Time: Beeswax has a higher melting point than most vegetable waxes (soy, rapeseed, coconut), so candles stay firm and burn at a slower, steadier rate.

3. Aesthetic and Aromatic Benefits

• Natural Honey Scent: Yellow beeswax has a pronounced, honey-like aroma that enhances the ambiance without the need for added fragrance.
• Warm Glow: The rich golden colour of yellow beeswax creates a warm, inviting light.

4. Versatility in Candle Making

• Variety of Forms: Tapers, pillars, votives, church candles, moulded and decorative candles.
• Combination with Other Waxes: Many makers blend beeswax with soy, rapeseed or coconut wax to add hardness, improve the surface finish and reduce sweating.

5. Traditional and Artisanal Appeal

• Historical Use: Beeswax has been used for centuries in candle making, prized for its purity and performance.
• Artisan Craftsmanship: Many artisan makers prefer beeswax for its natural beauty and a material that has remained essentially unchanged for thousands of years.

6. Natural Yellow Colour

• Yellow beeswax is not bleached. It keeps the golden colour and the stronger honey aroma it has when it leaves the hive — ideal for rustic, traditional and church candles. If you need colour or scent neutrality, choose our White Beeswax.
• What to expect: because this wax is unrefined, the pieces are often darker than in the photo and may contain small natural particles or traces of honey. This is not a defect — it is the trade-off for keeping the natural aroma. If you need a paler, particle-free wax, strain it through a fine mesh or muslin while melting; for most uses this is not necessary.

Product Description

• 100 % Pure Yellow Beeswax — unbleached, no additives.
• Used in Candles, Balms, Soaps, Wood Finishing and Crafts

Product Form : Block pieces (sold per kg)

Physical state Solid at room temperature
Color Natural yellow (varies by batch)
Melting point 62 – 65ºC
Density ≈ 0.96 g/cm³
Odor Natural honey and wax (varies by batch)
Origin Spain
Solubility in water No

Pieces are irregular in shape; we always ship at least the weight ordered.

Regulatory

Recommendations

Typical working conditions for beeswax:

• Melting Temperature:
  Beeswax melts between 62°C and 65°C (144°F to 149°F) — higher than most vegetable waxes.
• Pouring Temperature:
  Heat slightly above the melting point so the wax flows easily, typically 65°C to 75°C (149°F to 167°F). Avoid overheating, which can dull the natural aroma and darken the colour.
• Working Temperature:
  For mixing, dipping or adding fragrance, keep the wax around 65°C to 75°C.
• Usage % recommendations: Candles up to 100%, Balms 2–25%, Soaps 1–3%.

Practical Considerations

• Portioning: Break pieces at room temperature or melt them whole in a wax melter. Avoid direct heat.
• Temperature Control: Use a double boiler or a dedicated wax melter for even heating.
• Cooling Rate: Let candles cool slowly at room temperature to minimize cracking. Beeswax shrinks noticeably—plan a second pour for pillars and containers.
• Bloom: A fine whitish haze on the surface is natural to beeswax and can be buffed off with a soft cloth.
• Blends: Beeswax is widely used as a hardener in vegetable wax blends.
• Adding as little as 2% beeswax to a vegetable wax gives a noticeably smoother, creamier candle surface.

Use by Candle Type

• Moulded candles and pillars—excellent. Beeswax is hard, captures fine detail, and shrinks as it cools, which helps it release from the mold. Use silicone molds: beeswax tends to stick to rigid molds (polycarbonate, plastic), and metal molds need a release agent. Pour at about 70–75°C, let it cool slowly to avoid cracks, and top up the sinkhole around the wick with a second pour.
• Container candles—possible, but demanding. Pure beeswax pulls away from the glass as it shrinks (wet spots), tends to tunnel because its melt pool forms slowly, and needs a noticeably larger wick. It works best in small to medium containers. For wider containers, use several wicks or blend 20–50% beeswax with soy, rapeseed, or coconut wax. Pre-warm the glass for better adhesion, keep the fragrance load moderate (typically 3–6%) with scents that pair well with honey, and always run full burn tests.
• Wax melts—not recommended at 100%. The melting point (62–65°C) is too high for many tealight and low-wattage electric warmers, so the wax may not melt fully and the scent throw is weak; unrefined yellow wax can also leave residue in the dish. Instead, add 5–20% beeswax to a vegetable wax melt blend (e.g. ELITE 660) for harder melts, less fragrance seepage, and cleaner release from clamshells. Test in the warmers your customers actually use.
• Coloured candles: the natural yellow shifts dye colours (blues turn greenish, pastels look muddy). For colored candles, use our white beeswax.

• Beeswax requires a much bigger wick than vegetable wax candles. Always burn-test before production.
• LK Tubular Wicks for Beeswax Candles / Wooden wick / Round cotton wick / ECO Series

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