Candle Snowflake / Mottling Problem
Troubleshooting Guide

The snowflake effect on candles is caused by oil mottling.

Mottled Candles
Mottling is a reaction in the wax caused primarily by the addition of oil. Cooling time also has some bearing - the same formula when cooled too slow or too fast will often not cause the candle to mottle. Mottling can occur with some waxes with the addition of less than one ounce of oil.

Prevention - The only way to be certain a candle won't mottle is to use vybar in the wax.

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Author: Bob Sherman

Publisher: Bobby's Craft Boutique Inc.

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