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Here comes a candle

CITRUS GROVE WAX MELTS

MAKES APPROXIMATELY 16 WAX MELTS

A wax melt is like a candle without the wick, designed to be used with an oil burner. You can control the strength of the aroma by adding or removing melts to your burner.

100g soy wax flakes1g candle dye, colour of your choice3ml bergamot essential oil2ml lemon essential oil5ml mandarin essential oilSilicon candle moulds (an ice-cube tray works too)Metal jug or heatproof bowlSaucepanDigital thermometerGlass beakerPipette (optional)Wooden spoon or spatulaOil burner

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