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Beeswax has been of great value since ancient times due to its unique and healing properties. Candles were created from this substance for various purposes - ritual, decorative, medical and, of course, for household purposes. Today everything has become much simpler. There are a huge number of alternatives for replacing spark plugs. But natural candles made from beeswax are still in great demand because of their healing properties, pleasant appearance and fabulous honey aroma.
The benefits of candles made from natural beeswax
Natural candles made from beeswax have many advantages over perfumed options. They are beneficial to human health and release a honey-floral aroma when burned.
A natural wax candle burns longer than a regular one and burns completely without residue or soot formation. During its melting, about 50 different substances and ethereal compounds are released into the air, which are inhaled directly into the lungs. This is very beneficial for the human respiratory system.
In addition, beeswax contains propolis, which is also released when burned.It is a natural antiseptic and cleanses the air well from pathogens.
A considerable amount of essential oils in such a candle helps to normalize and improve the condition of the body, and also helps to elevate mood and calm.
Another positive property of natural candles is the purification of air from contaminated impurities and dust. Purification is carried out due to the fact that during combustion, wax candles release negative particles into the atmosphere, which, when in contact with positively charged dust particles, completely neutralize them. It has been found that such air purification helps relieve the symptoms of an allergic reaction and prevent unpleasant consequences.
What do beeswax candles help with?
Products made from natural beeswax are often used in folk medicine to prevent various diseases and restore health. They are used for aromatherapy, which allows you to remove toxins from the body and activate the work of all internal organs.
Beeswax is used to make various medical products, such as ear candles used to remove ear plugs. As a rule, such a procedure is performed only by an experienced doctor, because the desired effect can only be achieved by lighting a candle directly inserted into the ear opening. It heats up and releases essential oils that help remove earwax. In addition, such products can eliminate inflammatory processes in the ear cavity.
In addition, they are used as antiseptics for colds. Their combustion helps eliminate headaches and insomnia.
How to make DIY beeswax candles
Making candles is a rather exciting activity that helps you take your mind off the hustle and bustle of everyday life. You can make a wax product yourself for yourself or as a gift.
As a rule, real beeswax can only be purchased from beekeepers. They will help you choose the most suitable product depending on the season and pollen count.
Having chosen good raw materials, you can begin the creation process.
You can make a beeswax candle with your own hands using one of the following methods:
- foundation twisting;
- dipping the wick into hot wax;
- casting.
For the manufacturing process by twisting, ready-made wax sheets are used, divided into hexagonal faces - they are called foundations. Everyone independently chooses the appropriate method for making beeswax candles.
It’s very simple to create a candle from rolled foundation yourself; you just need to purchase a ready-made wax sheet (today you can even find painted sheets in specialized stores), twine for the wick (cotton, silk or ready-made), scissors and a special paraffin tablet for soaking the twine in molten paraffin . It is important to ensure the quality of the materials.
The process is quite simple. First, take a sheet of foundation of the required size and measure and cut the twine along its length. Then dip the cut wick in the melted tablet so that it is completely saturated with paraffin. This is required for better combustion.The wick soaked in paraffin is laid along the length of the layer of foundation and begin to twist. As a rule, under the warmth of your hands, the wax sheet curls well and tightly, taking the desired shape.
Making a candle by dipping it in melted wax is also a simple but time-consuming process. It involves repeatedly immersing the wick in wax heated in a water bath. Dip the wick until the thickness of the wax layer reaches the desired diameter.
Casting candles with wax is the most common method that allows you to create not only a useful, but also a very beautiful product.
This option differs from the previous two in that it allows you to create a product of any shape. At the same time, it is also simple to perform.
To cast a product you must have:
- raw materials (natural beeswax);
- silicone mold (you can use others, the main thing is to comply with all the requirements in order to remove the finished candle without damaging its integrity);
- wick (you can use cotton or silk cord, or purchase a ready-made one).
The casting process begins with heating the wax in a water bath to a liquid state. While the candle wax is melting, you need to place the wick in the center of the mold. This is done by pressing the wick between the halves of the mold. Be sure to leave about 3 cm of the wick outside.
Melted wax is poured into the prepared mold. Leave until completely hardened. The finished candle is carefully removed from the mold.
How to use natural wax candles
The use of natural wax candles is practically no different from ordinary perfume candles.They are also set on fire by bringing the fire source to the wick. The combustion process itself is completely identical. The wick burns slowly, gradually melting the wax around it.
To ensure complete safety when using such candles, a number of rules must be followed:
- place the candle on a stable, non-flammable surface;
- do not place near curtains, chintz curtains and other flammable objects and products;
- Do not leave a lit candle unattended and near children.
This way you can get joy and health benefits, while protecting yourself from troubles. Correct use of the product is the key to success and safety.
Contraindications
Despite all the positive qualities of beeswax, candles made from it also have contraindications, for example, an allergic reaction to bee products.
An allergy to honey, as well as to its components, may be the main reason for refusing to use these products. And to eliminate the risk of a sudden allergic reaction, if you have already purchased a natural wax candle, it is better to undergo examination by an allergist.
Terms and conditions of storage
A candle made from high-quality and complete beeswax can be stored for about 4 years. However, no special conditions are required for this. As a rule, after this period, such a product can still be used, but it will no longer have a healing effect, since all the beneficial properties of the wax will be lost.
Conclusion
Beeswax candles are a unique product that can be purchased at a specialty store or made yourself. This item combines a number of useful substances.They perform many functions, from the simplest - lighting, to therapeutic ones as a preventive measure for many diseases.
