Candle Dye Chips

How to Use Candle Dye Chips?

Melt your candle making dye chips to the proper temperature (typically 170°F–185°F), then add a dye chip and stir until it’s completely dissolved. After the color is fully blended, add fragrance oil (following IFRA usage guidelines), stir again, and pour into your prepared containers.

When Do You Add Dye Chips To Candles?

Always add dye chips while the wax is fully melted, before introducing fragrance. This allows the color to distribute evenly and prevents streaking or separation. Start with one chip per pound of wax for medium shades, and adjust the amount to achieve lighter or darker tones.

What are candle dye chips made of?

Always measure by weight, not volume. Typically, a pound of soy candle wax for candle making typically equals about 20 oz of liquid once melted. A digital scale ensures accuracy.

How much dye chip should I use?

As a general guide, one chip colors about 1 lb of wax to a medium shade. Use less for pastels and more for bold, saturated colors.

Can I mix different dye chip colors?

Yes. Dye chips can be combined to create custom shades. Always test in small batches and keep notes so you can replicate your formula later.

Do candle dye chips affect fragrance?

No. Candle coloring chips are designed to work alongside fragrance oils without interfering with scent throw. Just be sure to add color first, then fragrance.

Are dye chips better than liquid dyes?

It depends on your process. Dye chips are clean, easy to measure, and great for consistent results. Liquid dyes allow for drop-by-drop precision but can stain surfaces more easily. Many makers keep both on hand depending on their project.