How it works

It's not rocket science. Just wax, fragrance, and a little patience.

Your candle recipe

  • Standard candle

    198g wax
    22g fragrance oil

    For regular candles with little to moderate decoration.

  • With many toppings

    162g wax
    18g fragrance oil

    For candles with many wax melts. Leaves more space for decoration on top.

  • Two-tone candle

    99g wax

    11g fragrance oil


    Pour in two layers each.

Your fragrance options

Hiver douillet

Top notes - pine, eucalyptus
Heart note - pine
Base notes - pine, cedarwood, sandalwood and guaiac wood

Nuit Divine

Top note - Bergamot
Heart note - Lily of the valley, fruity notes
Base notes - wood, sweet, musk

Row

Top notes - cranberry and orange

Heart notes - cinnamon, jasmine and lily

Base notes - sandalwood, cedarwood, musk, vanilla and sugar

Orange épicée

Top note - orange and mandarin

Heart notes - cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and rose

Base notes - spices and patchouli

Beurre parisien

Top note - butter, pastry
Heart note - bread, cream and milk
Base note - sweetness, vanilla

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the glass

Wipe your glass with alcohol. Clean = better grip. Simple rule.

Step 2: Secure the wick

You will receive a wick and an adhesive pad. Stick it in the center of your glass.

Remember: The adhesive pad holds the wick firmly to the bottom. Without it, it would slip while watering.

Step 3: Choose a fragrance

We've prepared 5 scents for you. From warm and spicy to fresh and green. Follow your nose.

Step 4: Add color (optional)

Want some color? The wax is ready at 70°C+. Now stir in glitter powder or color chips. Maximum 3g.

Important: The paint must dissolve at a high temperature. Stir well until no lumps remain.

Step 5: Allow to cool to 60°C

Wait until the wax has cooled down to 60°C. This takes a few minutes. Only then will the fragrance be released.

Why? The fragrance evaporates at excessively high temperatures. It binds perfectly at 60°C.

Step 6: Add fragrance to the wax

The wax is ready at 60°C. Add your fragrance and stir well for one minute.

Important: Stir for at least 1 minute. No less. This ensures the fragrance is evenly distributed.

Step 7: Allow to cool to 38°C

Just a little more patience. Wait until the wax has cooled down to 38°C. Then it's ready to pour.

Step 8: Pour slowly

Pour the scented wax slowly and evenly into your glass.

Patience: Slow and steady wins the race, resulting in fewer air bubbles and a smoother surface. Take your time.

Step 9: Place the centering tool

Place the metal centering tool over your glass. It ensures that the wick stays perfectly centered.

Step 10: Let it dry

Wait until the surface solidifies. It should no longer be liquid. Then remove the centering tool.

Timing: Too runny = the decoration sinks. Too thick = it won't stick. Wait for the sweet spot.

Step 11: Add decorations

Now you can place the wax melts on the semi-solid surface.

Step 12: Allow to harden

While the candle hardens, there will be drinks and good vibes.

Step 13: Shorten the wick

Once the wax has hardened, trim the wick to 1cm. Done.

Natural wax shows character – and that's exactly what makes it authentic.

  • Frosting – delicate crystalline structure on the surface

    Frosting appears as fine, whitish or slightly opaque crystals on the surface or walls of the candle. These crystalline structures form when plant-based wax "hardens" as it cools, causing the wax molecules to rearrange. This effect is typical of natural waxes like soy or rapeseed and is a clear indication that your candle is truly made from natural materials.

  • Wet spots – when the wax detaches minimally from the glass

    As the wax cools, it may slightly shrink back from the glass. This creates small gaps or areas where the wax and glass no longer adhere completely – sometimes visible as "damp" or matte spots. This is a normal effect of natural wax and is purely cosmetic. It does not affect the burning properties or the scent.

  • Cracking – fine lines or cracks caused by shrinkage and air inclusions

    As the wax hardens, it may shrink slightly, and if small air bubbles or cavities form, this can lead to fine lines or minor cracks. This is also typical of natural wax and not a defect, but rather an expression of the material's natural dynamics.

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In short: Frosting, wet spots, and cracking are purely visual phenomena that indicate you're using genuine natural wax—without artificial additives, full of character and authenticity. The burning performance, fragrance, and safety of your candle remain completely unchanged.

Inspiration for your candle

From minimalist to maximalist – here you can see what's possible.

The most important aftercare tips. So you can enjoy the results for a long time.

  • ⏰ Wait at least 2 days, preferably a week

    Your candle will be solid after 2 hours, but not yet ready. The fragrance needs time to infuse the wax. It will smell strongest after a week.

  • 🔥 First burning phase: Wax up to the rim

    When lighting the candle for the first time, let it burn for about 2-3 hours until the wax is completely melted to the edge. Otherwise, your candle will tunnel later.

  • ✂️ Trim the wick before each lighting.

    Trim to 1 cm. Every time. Otherwise, the candle will soot and the flame will be too large. Small effort, big difference.

  • 🚫 Never longer than 4 hours

    Even though it burns beautifully – extinguish it after 4 hours. Otherwise the glass will get too hot and the wick too long.

  • 🌬️ Avoid drafts

    Do not place candles near open windows or fans. Otherwise, they will burn unevenly.

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