Wax Temperature Cheat Sheet
Typical ranges — always check your supplier’s spec sheet for your exact wax.
| Wax | Melt to | Add fragrance | Pour at |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soy (container) | 170–180°F | 150–170°F | 120–150°F |
| Soy blend | 170–185°F | 160–175°F | 130–160°F |
| Coconut blend | 160–180°F | 160–175°F | 130–160°F |
| Paraffin (container) | 170–180°F | 170–180°F | 150–170°F |
| Paraffin (pillar) | 180–190°F | 180–185°F | 160–180°F |
| Beeswax | 150–160°F | 150–160°F | 145–160°F |
| Coconut-soy blend | 170–180°F | 155–175°F | 125–155°F |
Golden rules: stir fragrance for a full 2 minutes after adding. Never leave melting wax unattended. Use a thermometer every time — guessing is how batches get ruined.
Quick tips
- Cooler pours = smoother tops, fewer sinkholes (soy especially).
- Warm your jars slightly in a low oven to reduce wet spots.
- Second pour / relief holes: poke holes around the wick after the first pour sets, then top off.
- Cure: soy 7–14 days, coconut blends 7–10 days, paraffin 3–5 days before judging scent throw.
Ranges vary by supplier and blend — confirm against your wax’s spec sheet. Free printable from Candle Makers Resource — candlemakersresource.com
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