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microwave question

Sun, 10/30/2005 - 20:19 — wjreece

im and Karyn wrote:

> I'm on your website which is very informative. I've been reading quite a few "instructions" on how to make soy candles and yours is the first that tells me that I can microwave the wax. The microwave temperature won't get too hot? Thank you. Karyn

Hi Karyn,

Thanks for your email and your visit! Soy wax is basically hydogenated soy oil, which can be microwaved. You will need to keep an eye on it though. When it melts you should take it out of the mircowave. I have never had any problems microwaving soy wax!

Thanks again,

Will R.

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Fri, 01/06/2006 - 13:11 — wjreece

microwave question

Hi Jodi!

Thanks for your post here!

I generally watch the wax fairly close when microwaving it... stirring every 2 minutes or so. I will usually nuke the soy wax in a 32 oz pyrex. Just keep an eye on it... it can get pretty hot if you aren't careful!

Thanks again, and good luck!

-Will R.

Thu, 01/05/2006 - 17:44 — hollowcreekcandles

melting wax

This is the first time I have ever heard about melting wax in the microwave. Is there a difference verses heating the wax in a presto fryer? How do you know how long to microwave for and what temp. does the wax reach when microwaving? Just curious!!
Thank you for a great site!!
Jodi