The Scent Edit

Wooden board with bowls of different materials labeled 'Soy?', 'Paraffin?', 'Beeswax?', and 'Coconut?' on a white background.

How To Pick the Right Wax (It's NOT What You Think!)

Choosing the right wax sets the foundation for your entire candle line. Learn how soy, coconut, paraffin, beeswax, and blends behave. Plus how to test and select the best wax...

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Flat lay of candle-making tools, a lit candle, wick trimmer, and wicks with the title “How to Choose the Right Wick”.

How to Choose the Right Wick: A Maker’s Guide to Clean, Consistent Burns

Choosing the right wick can make or break your candle. This guide walks you through how different wick series perform with specific waxes—plus testing tips, troubleshooting advice, and what to...

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Three glass spray bottles filled with natural facial mists sit on a neutral surface, surrounded by fresh botanicals and skincare ingredients like jasmine flowers and sliced aloe, styled in soft natural lighting.

How to Make Botanical Face Mists

Learn how to make three botanical face mists using hydrolats and skin-loving ingredients to hydrate, soothe, and refresh your skin.

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Room Spray Base Showdown: 8 Top Picks for Candle & Body Product Makers

Room Spray Base Showdown: 8 Top Picks for Candle & Body Product Makers

I compare 8 popular room spray bases to help candle and body product makers choose the best option for their line. I break down each base by price, ingredients, scent...

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Three embossed bee-shaped lotion bars on kraft paper, showcasing their smooth texture and handmade, natural aesthetic.

How to Make Nourishing Lotion Bars (Just 5 Ingredients!)

This easy 5-ingredient lotion bar recipe is perfect for makers looking to expand their product line. It’s nourishing, non-greasy, and customizable with or without fragrance—ideal for clean, minimal skincare.

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Lit cream-colored candle with rising smoke, surrounded by soft botanicals—capturing the scent shift when a luxury candle is burning.

Why Does My Candle Smell Different When Lit?

Ever wondered why your candle smells different once it’s burning? It’s not your imagination—there’s real scent science behind the difference between cold and hot throw. Learn how heat, wax, wick,...

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