I would say the disadvantages of gel candles is you are working at higher elevated temperatures 210 to 220 degrees. Gel candles do burn differently then paraffin candles. They burn hotter. The candle becomes much more critical. Wick selection is very important, whether it be a paraffin or gel candle. You have to have the right wick for the particular candle you are making. That's where the real learning curve in any candle making level comes in. The wick is designed knowing that the consumer is just learning how to make candles.
When a candle maker gets a kit generally the burn is not going to compare to that of a regular candle, because safety becomes a primary issue with novice candle makers.
Q: What are some more advantages of gel candles?
It's a different look than a paraffin candle. You can embed stuff in the wax that can be seen through the glass container that holds the candle. Anything can be put in a gel candle. It will glow as it burns differently than a paraffin candle will burn. The disadvantage of a gel candle is they are pretty much limited to container candles.
Q: Do gel candles burn faster?
Gel candles? No. The burning times are really more of a function of the wick you put in there. In general, gels are probably a little bit slower in their burning process than paraffin is.
Q: Any other disadvantages when making gel candles?
Just the safety element of it. Because you are working with higher temperatures, the raw materials become a little bit more important. You must use fragrances that are suitable for gel candles.
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