Candle Wax
At Supplies for Candles, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading wholesale suppliers of high-quality candle wax. Our extensive range includes vegetable waxes, paraffin waxes, and our exclusive Pro Wax Range — all carefully selected to deliver excellent results for both professional makers and passionate hobbyists. Whether you’re creating at scale or crafting at home, we have the perfect wax to suit your needs.
Choosing the right wax is one of the most important decisions when making candles – and it all depends on the type of candle you want to create!
Container Wax – Recommended for candles in jars or tins, and that will burn within the candles. This creamy wax will adhere the edges creating a nice finish
Pillar Wax – Recommended for candles that will stand on its own when buring. Pillar wax a hard texture to allow the candle to stand without a jar or container, ensuring stability during burning.
When it comes to wax types, you’ll find two main categories:
- Vegetable Waxes (e.g. soy, coconut, rapeseed): Natural, plant-based and often chosen for their eco-friendly and marketing appeal. They offer a clean burn and subtle scent throw.
- Mineral Waxes (e.g. paraffin): Known for their outstanding scent throw, vibrant colour hold and professional finish. With correct wicking, both types burn cleanly – the choice often comes down to fragrance performance versus sustainability branding.
Vegetable & Soy Candle Wax
Vegetable & Soy Wax For Candle Making
Shop our high-quality vegetable and soy candle waxes—perfect for professional candle makers seeking sustainable, plant-based options. Made from renewable sources like soybeans, coconut, and other vegetable oils, these natural waxes are ideal for clean-burning, eco-friendly candles with excellent scent throw and smooth, creamy finishes.
Whether you’re producing container candles, pillar candles, or custom wax blends, our soy and vegetable waxes offer superb fragrance retention, minimal soot, and consistent results. We offer waxes with various melt points and blend ratios, including 100% soy wax, soy-coconut blends, and hydrogenated vegetable waxes—each suited to different pour techniques and candle styles.
Available in bulk quantities, our selection is trusted by small businesses, large-scale manufacturers, and private label brands alike. Choose plant-based waxes that support greener candle making without compromising performance.
Paraffin Candle Wax
Paraffin Wax For Candle Making
Thanks to its naturally pale, white colour, paraffin wax makes it much easier to achieve vibrant, even colours when using candle dyes. Dyes dissolve beautifully in molten paraffin wax, giving you the freedom to get creative with bold, bright, and perfectly coloured candles.
The only limitation of paraffin wax is that it can’t be marketed as a natural product. However, its reliable performance, versatility, and affordability make it a firm favourite with both beginners and experienced chandlers alike.
At Supplies for Candles, we’ve spent years testing and perfecting our range of paraffin waxes — and we’re proud to offer some of the highest-quality options available today. Whether you’re making container candles, pillar candles, votives or wax melts, you’ll find the perfect paraffin wax for your project right here. All manufactured in the UK, our waxes deliver fantastic results every time.
Gel Wax
Gel Wax For Candle Making
Gel wax is a popular choice for its unique translucent appearance, which allows for creative and eye-catching designs. Unlike traditional waxes, gel wax has a clear, jelly-like consistency that allows you to embed decorative items for novelty candles. Gel wax has a slow burn time, providing a longer-lasting candle and holds fragrance well when properly mixed, offering a consistent scent throw.
Gel wax is easy to work with, reheats well if needed, and add a modern, professional touch to finish products – making a great option for both hobbyists and small business makers
Candle Wax Additives
Wax Additives For Candle Making
Wax additives are used in candle making to enhance the performance, the overall quality of the candle. Additives can enhance scent throw, increase hardness, and reduce surface imperfections like frosting and sinkholes.
Whether you’re aiming for a smoother finish, a stronger fragrance, or a longer burn time, wax additives allow you to customise your candles to meet your desired aesthetic and functional goals – making them a valuable tool for both beginners and experienced candle makers.
Why Supplies For Candles' Wax?
Our wax is specially chosen to offer exceptional performance, consistency, and ease of use both beginner and professional candle makers.
Sourced from high-quality materials, it delivers excellent scent throw, smooth finishes, and clean, even burns. Whether you’re creating container candles or pillar candles, our waxes are designed to work beautifully across a variety of applications.
With options including natural soy, blended vegetable waxes, and innovative formulas, we provide reliable, high-performing wax that helps you achieve stunning results every time. When you choose our wax, you’re choosing quality, reliability, and creative freedom.
Still not sure? Get in touch with our friendly team who are more than happy answer any questions you may have!
Frequently Asked Questions
The main difference between container wax and pillar wax is the hardness and intended use. Container wax is often softer and is designed to adhere to the side of the candle jar or tins, making it ideal for candles that remine in the vessel while burning. It often has a lower melting point, helping it burn evenly within the container.
Pillar wax is much firmer and formulated to hold its shape without the support of a container. It is used for freestanding candles, also known as pillar candles. Pillar candle wax has a higher melting point to prevent the candle from collapsing as it burns
Storing your wax is important to maintain the quality. Storing it in a cool, dry place that is away from direct sunlight and strong odours. When not in use, keep the wax sealed to prevent dust and moisture contamination
