Dripping Candle User Guide

Collared Foxy Dripping candles are created from pure food-grade paraffin wax with a lowered melting point, coloured with skin-safe pigments. They are approx. 160g, 14.5cm high and 4.5cm in diameter. Due to the handmade and hand poured nature of these candles, these dimensions may vary and cosmetic imperfections such as rings, colour variation, minor settling and dye flecks may occur, which do not affect use.

Candle Temperature

  • Dripping candles have been measured at 48-50 degrees Celsius as they are dripped onto the skin.
  • This wax holds its heat for much longer than a soy blend candle, dropping by 2-3 degrees over a two minute period. Please be conscious of layering immediately and seek feedback on temperature.
  • Metallic candles may feel hotter than UV candles due to the nature of the pigments.

Instructions

  • Light ONLY the candle(s) that you are using immediately (usually no more than two at a time).
  • Do not let these candles pool. These will not pool as soy blend candles would and any pools that form will be significantly hotter than the 48-50 degrees stated above, therefore risk burning the skin.
  • After following safety and preparation instructions overleaf, experiment with dripping wax on your bottom's body. Start at a further distance from the skin as it will be cooler than when it contacts the skin and determine the desired comfort level for temperature.
  • Rotate the candle in your hand as you are dripping it on your bottom's skin to melt the wax evenly.
  • Keep parallel to the body when dripping. Do not invert the candle as this will result in soot contaminating the wax from the flame and black marks within the wax, and risks parts of the wick falling off.
  • Blow the candles out in between uses, do not leave lit. Use a candle snuffer or a wet cloth to stop smoke.
  • Flame size may vary due to the nature of the dye and the particles clogging the wick, particularly during the first few burns, however, will not affect the melting of the candle. When using for the first few times, ensure that you use at least the first centimetre of the candle to avoid issues re-lighting.
  • Avoid inhaling smoke from candle when blown out. Paraffin is a petroleum by-product, and whilst safe for the skin and used in many skin products and regular candles, it may produce fumes in smoke which may cause respiratory irritation. Ensure the area is well-ventilated.
  • Wax remains flexible and easy to remove for a period of time, however, will hard set eventually. Paraffin is not greasy and is relatively easy to remove compared to soy. When layered, this can be used for creating whole casts.

Colours

  • UV reactive candles will react with black light, although the purple, blue and teal will not be as bright.
  • Black (Onyx) and blood red (Bloodline) may leave a minor residue on the skin, however this can be removed by wiping.
  • Different colours will have different opacity depending on the colour and type of dye used. All attempts are made to ensure that candles are brilliantly coloured, however, there is a trade off between colour intensity and burning ability.

Metallic Candles

  • Metallics may be more difficult to light and make popping noises, due to the mica used in them, which is not designed for use in regular candles as it clogs the wick. We have made a trade-off of being able to produce beautiful molten metallic colours vs. candle performance. There will be more of a concentration at the top of the candle. Make sure you burn these for a period of time when using them for the first time (i.e. use them, rotate them while using, don't let them pool, don't invert).
  • Always scrape and/or trim the wick between candle usage and watch carefully when using to avoid the wick breaking. If the wick is not burning down with the candle, put it out and trim the wick to avoid causing burns.

Candle Storage

  • Candles must be fully cooled and solidified prior to storage
  • Wrap individual pillar candles in tissue paper or a canvas bag to stop them from marking each other
  • Candles will melt in high temperatures so please store in a cool place

For any enquiries or issues, please email us at info@collaredfoxy.com.au or fill in the contact form on the web.

Disclaimer: Purchase and use of Collared Foxy candles denotes that these instructions have been read, understood and complied with. Collared Foxy candles are used at your own risk. Collared Foxy accepts no responsibility for the consequences of misuse of this product.