Aromatherapy, Candle Making
Introducing Golden Wax: Setting a New Standard for Your Creations
Feb
If you’ve been looking to elevate your candle making or wax melt crafting, we have exciting news to share. We’re delighted to announce that we are now stocking two premium products that have quickly become favourites in the crafting world: Golden Wax 464 and Golden Wax 494.
Produced by AAK, a global leader in plant-based oils and fats, these soy waxes are known for their outstanding performance, eco-friendly credentials, and ease of use. Whether you’re a seasoned professional managing a small business or a hobbyist just starting your journey, these new arrivals to our catalogue are sure to become your new go-to options.
Let’s take a closer look at what makes these waxes stand out and why they deserve a place in your next project.
Golden Wax 494: The Wax Melt Marvel
For those who specialise in wax melts and tarts, the challenge of finding a natural wax that holds its shape, colour, and fragrance perfectly is solved. Golden Wax 494 is a 100% natural soy wax, crafted especially for melts and tarts. Unlike container waxes, it is slightly harder, ensuring your melts release effortlessly from the moulds and retain intricate details.
Why We Rate It
Golden Wax 494’s major appeal is its fragrance throw. If you’ve ever felt let down by natural waxes that lose their scent when melted, this wax is your answer. Its fragrance throw rivals that of paraffin, meaning your melts will fill a space with rich, lasting aroma.
Key Benefits
- Vibrant Colours: This wax is designed to reduce the ‘frosting’ commonly seen with soy wax. Your colours stay bright, bold, and eye-catching—ideal for stunning retail displays or special gifts.
- Effortless Release: We all know the annoyance of a wax melt sticking in the mould. Golden Wax 494 naturally shrinks a little as it cools, allowing every melt to pop out smoothly every time.
- Eco-Friendly: Made from responsibly sourced soy, this wax is biodegradable and vegan-friendly. By 2025, AAK pledges to use only deforestation-free soy, so you can craft with confidence and a clear conscience.
- Handy Flake Format: No more tackling a tough block of wax—the convenient flake format makes measuring and melting quick and simple.
Best for: Wax melts, tarts, and moulded creations (please note: not suitable for wicked candles).
Golden Wax 464: The Container Candle Classic
If container candles are your passion, Golden Wax 464 is set to become your new essential. This much-loved soy wax blend is a market leader for good reason. Specially formulated for container candles and tea lights, it delivers the smooth, creamy finish that candle lovers adore.
Why We Rate It
The magic of Golden Wax 464 lies in its low melting point (45-48°C). This lower temperature ensures better adhesion to glass, ceramic, or metal containers, drastically reducing ‘wet spots’ where the wax pulls away from the jar. The result? Professional-looking candles that are as attractive as they are fragrant.
Key Benefits
- Excellent Scent Retention: With the capacity to take up to a 10% fragrance load, your candles will really make an impression. Whether burning (hot throw) or sitting idle (cold throw), the aroma remains robust and authentic.
- Smooth Finish: While some soy waxes can be tricky, 464 is forgiving. It generally requires just a single pour for a flawless top, though a heat gun can be used to perfect any minor blemishes.
- Clean Burning: As a natural soy product, it burns much cleaner than paraffin, creating very little soot. This keeps both your home environment and your glass jars spotless.
- Versatile Adhesion: It works seamlessly with a range of container materials, making it a versatile choice for every candle range.
Best for: Container candles, tea lights, and aromatherapy jars (note: too soft for pillar candles).
Which Wax Should You Choose?
The decision couldn’t be simpler, as each wax excels in its own application:
- Go for Golden Wax 494 if you’re creating wax melts or tarts and require vibrant colours, easy mould release, and a strong fragrance throw.
- Go for Golden Wax 464 if you’re pouring candles into jars or containers and want a smooth finish, excellent jar adhesion, and a clean, long-lasting burn.
Both waxes are now available at Freshskin in a range of sizes—from handy 1kg trial bags up to wholesale 22.7kg boxes. We can’t wait to see the beautiful, aromatic creations you’ll make with them!
Happy crafting!
