Do Beeswax Candles Drip | Are Beeswax Candles Dripless

Do beeswax candles drip? And why beeswax candles are better than ordinary wax candles? Know the answers to these questions by way of this article.

Candles have been one of the most common sources of illuminating our rooms and giving a soothing environment. Further, beeswax candles have been a popular lighting source in royal palaces and churches due to their fragrance and beautiful light. They are considered the cleanest, brightest, and longest-burning candles. What makes them an attractive option is that it does not require any chemical processing. It is the natural byproduct of beekeeping. Beeswax candles have become popular in recent times to lend a sweet ambiance and warmth to homes. But with the popularity of dripless candles, people often question “Do beeswax candles drip?” If you’re looking for an answer to this question, we recommend you go through the article till the end.

What are Beeswax Candles? 

Beeswax comprises the following components:

• Hydrocarbons
• Monoesters
• Hydroxy monoesters
• Diesters
• Triesters
• Acid esters
• Hydroxy polyesters
• Acid polyesters
• Free alcohols
• Free acids

Honeybees ingest honey to make beeswax. When the honey is consumed, the bees hang for 24 hours until the honey converts into the wax. Once it is converted to wax, it leaves the bee’s body. After coming in contact with air, the wax solidifies. And this is how humans have been known to acquire beeswax from honey bees.

Do Beeswax Candles Drip

Beeswax candles are naturally dripless. They have specific properties that slow down the burning process. Beeswax has a high melting point, which slows down the burning process, thus making it dripless. Its melting point is approximately 149° Fahrenheit, which is way higher than the melting point of the other candles. Furthermore, its density is 0.958, making it a relatively high-density material and practically dripless. 

Ordinary Candles Vs. Dripless Beeswax Candles

1. Chemical Contents

Beeswax Candles are natural and do not contain any toxic or harmful elements. Ordinary Candles, on the other hand, contain as many as 11 poisonous compounds such as benzene.

2. Environmentally Friendly

Beeswax candles are natural that makes them environmentally friendly and not to mention, they are biodegradable. They also don’t emit any harmful smoke. Ordinary Candles are toxic as they release poisonous smoke. For making these candles, many chemicals are used that are harmful to the environment.

3. Fragrance

Beeswax candles have the honeycomb’s natural honey and floral scent. On the other hand, natural candles are treated with artificial dyes and synthetic fragrances to make them smell amazing.

4. Burn Time

As mentioned earlier, the Beewax candles are practically dripless due to their properties, while the natural candles are not efficient in burning. This means that beeswax candles will not only burn slowly but they will cost you less because they last long which cuts down your trips to the supermarket for candles.

5. Brightness

The beeswax candles have solid and bright light, similar to one spectrum of the sun. However, regular candles do not emit a similar kind of light. 

6. Prevents Diseases

Beeswax candles have a natural scent that means no artificial fragrances are added to them, which narrows down the chances of causing or triggering Asthma or other allergies. Ordinary candles are treated with artificial fragrances and other chemicals that can prove to be toxic to humans.

7. Price

Beeswax candles are usually higher in price than natural candles, due to their properties. However, its benefits and longevity can offset the price implications.

Recipe for Making Beeswax Candle

Materials Required

• Water
• Saucepan
• Measuring glass
• Beeswax Pellets – 16 Ounces/1 Pound
• Coconut Oil – 4 Tbsp
• Essential oils (optional)
• Clean and dry small glass jars
• Cotton candle wicks
• Hot glue gun
• Chopsticks

How To Do

1. In a double boiler, start melting 16 ounces of beeswax pellets on medium to low heat while constantly stirring it.
2. While the beeswax is melting, let’s prepare the candle jars.
3. Use hot glue gun to secure the metal part of the wick to the inside-center of the glass jars or the container you wish to pour the beeswax in.
4. Once the beeswax melts completely, take it off of the heat and add coconut oil to it and stir well. Next, add 30 drops of your favorite essential oil to give the candle a strong scent. Keep in mind that if you’re using a combination of essential oils, add only 10 drops of each essential oil.
5. Remember that beeswax hardens quickly so be fast paced in the further steps but without burning or hurting yourself.
6. Pour the candle mixture into the glass jars cautiously.
7. To keep the wicks upright, secure them with chopsticks by placing the chopsticks against the wicks so that it keep standing.
8. Leave the candles overnight to harden and then cut the wicks to a desired height.

Precautions while using Beeswax Candles

• One should not leave burning beeswax candles unattended.
• Always burn the candle on a flat surface.
• If you feel that the candle is getting “Dirty,” then do not worry. It is the honey that comes on the surface. You can polish the candle with a slightly wet cloth and give a bright new look to the candle.
• Beeswax cadles harden quickly. Therefore, you must keep it quick and safe.

Do beeswax candles drip? Yes beeswax candles drip but not as fast as normal candles would and they are therefore considered practically dripless. Invest in beeswax candles to enjoy the advantages of it over any ordinary candle.