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How to make and test diffusers
Instructional Video
Tried & tested
candle recipes
fragrance + wax + jar + wick
Bestselling Fragrance Oils
Candle Making 101
What does "good" look like
Have you ever asked yourself ‘what does a ‘good’ candle really look like?’ As candle makers we know that creating gorgeous candles is one of your top priorities. Sometimes all you need is a little reassurance that everyone struggles with the same problems, and what better person than our lovely lab manager, Zoe, to put you at ease!
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Content vs Load - Wax and Fragrance Calculation Methods Explained
Ever wonder which of the fragrance LOAD and fragrance CONTENT methods you should take to calculate how much wax and fragrance oil to use in a candle? Find the answer here.
What is the curdling effect and why does it happen?
We made a video about an effect that many chandlers in our community have called 'curdling'. We are going to show you what causes this effect and why it might happen.
Press Release
Candle Shack's Business Leader Wins Big at IoD Scotland Annual Awards
The Institute of Directors (IoD) Scotland announced the winners of its Director of the Year Awards 2021 last night. Our CEO, Duncan MacLean, wins Director of the Year – Large Business and Regional Director of the Year − Central Scotland.
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On our Blog
Essential Vs Fragrance Oils: What’s the difference?
Have you ever wondered what the difference between essential oils and fragrance oils is? Our R&D team have put together an article to explain the difference!
International Day of Women & Girls in Science - Interview with Zoe
February 11th marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, recognising their role and contribution to the field. Candle Shack wanted to be part of the movement that celebrates women in science. As such, we have interviewed Zoe, our Laboratory Manager to learn more about her and her experiences in the field.
Candle Shack lights a flame under growth with £4.4m private equity investment
Candle Shack has completed a £4.4 million deal with Maven Capital Partners to pursue an ambitious European expansion plan. Check out the details.