Beeswax is a joy to use and we use a lot of it in making our Beeswax Lotion Bars, Body Butter, and candles. We must admit, however, that the candles are our favorite. There is just something about the unique aroma of beeswax and the inviting yellow color. We (www.littledrippers.com) have been making beeswax products for several years now and have come to really enjoy a phenomenon that occurs with beeswax. It is called “beeswax bloom”.
This is a completely natural process that occurs with pure beeswax. The beeswax or candle in this case develops a white almost powdery coating. We’ve yet to see it on candles in stores and assume either the candles aren’t pure beeswax or they sell them before it can develop. From our experience it takes about nine months to get beeswax bloom on our candles. We think it adds an extra touch of character to any candle. Our favorites, however, are the snowman and Christmas tree. These candles look incredible with the whitish dusting over the inviting yellow wax.
If you do have beeswax that has developed this blooming effect and don’t want it (it doesn’t impact how the candle burns or smells) don’t fret. It is easy to get rid of if desired. Simply wipe it off or better yet (in our opinion) use a blow dryer and just lightly melt it away. It adds a little extra sheen to the candle when melted slightly with the blow dryer and completely disappears.
Our recommendation, however, is to cherish this natural characteristic of pure beeswax candles and help educate people to appreciate it. We get so accustomed to everything being perfect and the same that we are cheating ourselves of many of the natural wonders that could be enjoyed. Let nature back into our lives and lets learn to appreciate the natural wonders that make beeswax candles (and other natural products) so unique and enjoyable.
