Golden Brands GW 494 Wax Melt and Tart Soy Wax
Golden Brands GW 494 is a premium natural soy wax designed to make wax melts and tarts. This wax blend includes botanical additives that prevent wicks from properly burning, making it unsuitable for candle use. Instead, it’s perfect for creating beautifully scented wax melts and tarts that deliver exceptional fragrance throw.
Specifications:
- Melt Point: 120° - 125°
- Suggested Pouring Temperature: Approximately 160°
Advantages of Using Golden Brands GW 494 Soy Tart Wax:
- Bloom and Frosting Minimization: The soy wax and botanical composition is designed to minimize bloom and frosting, ensuring a smooth and uniform appearance.
- High Fragrance Load: Capable of holding 10% to 12% fragrance load, providing strong scent throw in both hot and cold states.
- Aesthetic Excellence: Achieves a smooth and uniform finished appearance.
- Convenient Form: Comes in flake form for easy handling and measuring.
- Exceptional Scent Throw: Provides an exceptional hot and cold throw, filling spaces with delightful aromas.
- Vivid Colors: Ideal for creating bright and vivid colors in your wax melts and tarts.
Basic Guidelines:
- Heating: Heat wax to around 185°.
- Adding Dye: If desired, add dye and mix thoroughly.
- Adding Fragrance: If desired, add candle fragrance oil and mix thoroughly.
- Pouring: Cool to approximately 160° and pour into clamshells or tart molds slowly. Experimentation is recommended to determine the optimal pouring temperature.
- Curing: It is recommended to wait at least 5 - 7 days before using the wax melts and tarts to ensure the best fragrance throw and performance.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What makes GW 494 soy tart wax different from other soy waxes? Golden Brands GW 494 soy tart wax is specifically formulated for wax melts and tarts. It includes botanical additives that prevent wick burning, which is why it's not suitable for candle making. This unique composition enhances its performance in wax melts and tarts.
- How do I achieve the best color results with GW 494 soy tart wax? To achieve bright and vivid colors, add dye to the heated wax at around 185° and mix thoroughly. Pouring the wax at approximately 160° and allowing it to cure for at least 5 - 7 days will help the colors set beautifully.
- How long should I wait before using the wax melts and tarts made with GW 494 soy tart wax? For optimal fragrance throw and performance, it is recommended to allow the wax melts and tarts to cure for at least 5 - 7 days before using them. This curing period ensures that the fragrance and wax blend well together.
Golden Brands GW 494 Wax Melt and Tart Soy Wax is perfect for creating high-quality, aromatic wax melts and tarts with ease. Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, GW 494 soy tart wax will help you craft products that delight the senses.