Melt the Wax

Gently melt the body butter candle wax using the double boiler set on low heat. If you don’t have the double boiler set, use the glass beaker and fill a pan with water. Place the beaker in the pan (this will create your double boiler) and heat gently over the stove. Avoid overheating to preserve the integrity of the wax. Heat gently up to 80°C (or until the wax has completely melted.) Stir in-between so the wax melts evenly.

Add the mica

For a lovely shimmer body butter candle, add in the mica at this point, so it melts in with the wax as you heat it. The mica is completely optional, may leave it out if you prefer.

Cool Slightly Before Fragrance

Remove the mixture from heat and allow it to cool slightly (warm, not hot). Between 40-50°C is the ideal time to add in the fragrance oil of choice. This helps to prevent fragrance evaporation. Stir gently and thoroughly for a minute to ensure even distribution of the fragrances.

Prepare the Container

Secure the wick in the candle jar, using a wick sticker. Ensure that it is centred and stable in the jar.

Pour the Candle

Carefully and slowly pour the mixture into the candle jar. After pouring, use the wick placeholder to keep the wick at the centre of the candle. Be careful not to pour all the way to the brim. Leave enough space so that when you close the lid, it doesn’t touch the wax. Allow the candle to cool and set undisturbed at room temperature.

Cure Time

Let the candle cure for at least 48–72 hours before use. This allows the fragrance to stabilise and the texture to fully set.

Light the candle and allow it to melt for 5–10 minutes

Blow out the flame before use

Allow the melted butter to cool slightly

Pour a small amount onto the skin

Massage gently until it’s absorbed