Formulation Friday

SHIMMER BODY BUTTER Candle Recipe

Makes a 350g Batch – for 1x 315ml frosted jar

350g batch • 1 × 315ml frosted jar

01 Formulation

Body Butter Candle Wax	347.5g
Fragrance Oil (any fragrance or essential oils of choice)	2g
Porcelain White Mica Powder	0.5g

Materials

Frosted Candle Jar
Candle Jar Lid
Candle Wick Holder
Cotton Candle Wick
Wick Sticker
Silicone Spatula
600ml Glass Beaker (or a larger size)
A pair of Nitrile Gloves

Recommended for sanitizing your workspace:

70% Isopropyl Alcohol
Mist Spray Bottle (to pour the Isopropyl Alcohol in and spray on surface)

Optional but recommended:

Double Boiler Set (ease of use for melting candle wax)

02 The Method

Ensure all equipment, utensils, and containers are clean and sanitised.

Wear Gloves and cover your hair.

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.

Usage:

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

The melted butter should feel warm, silky, and non-greasy when applied. The shimmer does not show on the skin when added in small quantities.

This makes the body butter candle an excellent addition to any bath, body, or self-care range.

Safety Note • This is a cosmetic candle, not a standard candle. Usage rate for fragrances should not be more than 2%, which is skin-safe for leave-on use products for fragrance oils
• Never use candle-only fragrance oils
• Always test the temperature of the melted wax before applying to the skin
• Keep your product covered with a jar lid at all times to keep dusting settling into your candle
• Store in a cool environment and keep away from children
• The product is intended for external use only.

FORMULATION DISCLAIMER All recipes are provided for educational purposes by Zandy Sutton and Refined Naturals. As a self-taught formulator, Zandy Sutton's guidelines are based on personal experience. The formulations and recipes are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Please conduct full testing before personal use or distribution. Refined Naturals will not be held liable for any adverse reactions, damages, or losses resulting from their use or misuse. This is a cosmetic candle intended for external use only. Always test the temperature of the melted wax before applying to the skin. Keep the finished product covered with a lid to help prevent dust contamination and store in a cool environment away from children. Not for ingestion.