Today I want to share a purifying DIY candle recipe made with simple, non-toxic ingredients, beeswax and coconut oil. You can optionally add some dried flowers for decoration. This candle burns very cleanly and more slowly than other candle materials. It will not emit harmful chemicals like those found in paraffin wax and metal core wicks.

These are perfect for around the house or for any meditation or manifestation practice you may be participating in.

In our online store we have both ethically bi-sourced and vegan variants of wax. We also have 4 varieties of dried flowers.

Beeswax is a classic choice that has been used in candles for years. It burns slowly and evenly without producing soot or harmful by-products. Beeswax candles help remove unwanted odors from a room. While burning, it can also produce a spectrum of light similar to that of the sun, which can be soothing to the body and mind.

Wax options for candles

• Organic yellow beeswax lozenges these are sourced from the USA and certified organic. These are very convenient and easy to measure for any skin care or DIY applications. They are perfect for making candles, body butters, balms and more.

• White beeswax lozenges look like yellow lozenges except they have been naturally refined with carbon to remove any scent or color. This is the perfect solution for all DIY applications where the final products are colour-forward.

• Texas Beeswax comes in one-pound blocks from local apiaries. It is dark tan and aromatic with the natural scent of honey and wild flowers. When included in skin care products, the nutrients from the wax and protective antioxidants help draw moisture back into your skin and create a barrier to prevent environmental damage. When used in candles, this wax, in addition to helping to purify the air, provides a rich floral honey scent.

Carnauba Wax, our vegan wax option is sustainably sourced from Brazil, from the leaves Copernicia cerifera tree. It is the hardest wax available with a melting point of 180 F (82 C). Our carnauba is T1, the highest quality available. It is perfect for cosmetic, food grade and craft applications. When using Carnauba Wax instead of beeswax, it must be used in a different ratio to candles. 75% oil and 25% wax is better for a carnauba wax base than the 50/50 ratio in the beeswax candle recipe.

The second ingredient in this candle recipe is coconut oil. A fruit oil that has stood the test of time as a beloved skin care product. Used in a candle, this oil is pure with no harmful byproducts. It also lasts 50% longer than paraffin due to the slower burning of its fatty acids.

Non-toxic DIY candle recipe

ingredients

• 4 oz beeswax lozenges, yellow or white
• 4 oz coconut oil

Materials:

• Weights of your choice
• Wake stands
• Glue dots to hold the wall racks in place
• Containers of your choice: glass jars or cans are a common choice

1. Using a double boiler on low heat, melt your beeswax and coconut oil. This takes about an hour.
2. Prepare your glass jars by attaching the wick rack with a dot of glue to the center of the bottom of your container
3. Secure your wick in the wick stand
4. (Optional) Mix in fragrance oils of your choice
5. Pour your candle mixture into your jars or tins
6. (Optional) Add dried flowers to the top of the poured candle, making sure to push them away from the wick
7. Allow the candle to harden completely, this may take a few hours
8. Once they’re done, they’re ready to go!

And there you have it, some simple, soothing and non-toxic candles. Use these to clean your space and share with your friends and family.

I hope you enjoyed this recipe! If you have any questions or feedback, please comment below.