{"title":"Mineral waxes for candles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow do you make candles with mineral paraffin?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParaffin is a wax of mineral origin, derived from petroleum. Our candle paraffin is pure, colourless and odourless, but above all inexpensive. You can use it, with or without additives, to make candles or for other types of use. Find our range of high-quality candle paraffin below.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"paraffine-pour-bougies","title":"Paraffin wax - TDB Solution","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAn exceptional wax for your perfumed creations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParaffin wax is a pure mineral wax renowned for its ease of use and professional quality. White, homogeneous and odourless, it ensures impeccable shine and a meticulous visual finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts ideal melting point, between 54°C and 58°C, makes it easy to handle and guarantees consistent results, whether you're an amateur or an experienced craftsman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA versatile wax for all techniques\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its stable composition, this paraffin wax is perfectly suited to making fondant or moulded candles, in containers or in tea lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt readily accepts liquid or solid colouring agents, as well as Grasse perfumes, ensuring optimal olfactory diffusion. By adding between 10 and 20% vegetable stearin, you can enhance the hardness and brilliance of your candles while extending their burn time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClean, long-lasting combustion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis paraffin wax burns evenly and uniformly, without smoke or soot. Its structure allows excellent diffusion of fragrances and faithful reproduction of scents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its natural shrinking properties, it is easy to demould without the addition of additives, making the work of candle makers considerably easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelt the paraffin in a bain-marie until it reaches a temperature of 90°C. Then add your colourings and fragrances, respecting the recommended mixing temperatures: 70°C for liquid colourings and 75°C for granulated colourings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave to cool to room temperature to obtain a smooth, even, crack-free finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for translucent, luminous candles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts natural clarity provides a beautiful transparency that gently diffuses light, perfect for creating candle holders and decorative candles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor brighter candles with a translucent effect and reduced consumption, add 10-20% stearin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParaffin is the ideal choice for anyone looking for a stable, shiny mineral wax that's easy to work with. Versatile and compatible with vegetable stearin, it guarantees long-lasting, fragrant and attractive candles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note\u003c\/strong\u003e: the pastille size of our wax may vary according to availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terre de Bougies","offers":[{"title":"5kg","offer_id":45973099086076,"sku":"CR-P-A55-5","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"25kg","offer_id":45973098856700,"sku":"CR-P-A55-25","price":134.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 kg","offer_id":63767764795769,"sku":"CR-P-A55-100","price":485.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1772\/5436\/files\/paraffine_3223191b-d331-46c6-9101-cd912ee352ec.jpg?v=1720710255"},{"product_id":"gel-cristal-bougie","title":"Paraffin gel - TDB Solution","description":"\u003ch2\u003eParaffin gel, ideal for your original scented creations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParaffin crystal gel\u003c\/strong\u003e can be used to make candles quickly in any type of transparent container. You can scent the wax, add a few grains of sand to the bottom or even add small decorative objects. A gel candle is \u003cstrong\u003e6 times more economical\u003c\/strong\u003e to burn \u003cstrong\u003ethan a paraffin candle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParaffin, an excellent separator between water and wax\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParaffin gel lets you play with \u003cstrong\u003evisual effects\u003c\/strong\u003e by creating separations between water and wax. It's a simple and original way to create aquatic candles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlmost realistic reconstructions of ice cubes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its crystalline transparency, paraffin gel can be used to reproduce \u003cstrong\u003eamazing ice cube effects\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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