Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
Fragrances
A course by xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) , Candle Making Instructor
Joined June 2024
Joined June 2024
About the video: Fragrances
Overview
“It's time to talk about the fundamentals and basics of selecting the right fragrances to enhance and make your creations smell lovely! Then, I will go through the process of how to find a fragrance vendor, the difference between essential oils and fragrance oils, how to identify and avoid low-quality fragrance oils, and what to look for when selecting a great oil. Because there are various distributors on the market, it is essential to learn about this. ”
In this video lesson xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) addresses the topic: Fragrances, which is part of the Domestika online course: Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide. Learn candle making basics using soy wax, fragrance oils, and wicks for creative, eco-friendly home scents.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, we will be discussing different types of fragrances and essential oils. Selecting a fragrance vendor can be quite daunting at first, but not to fear, I'm here to help you. When you begin searching for a vendor, the easiest thing to do is to complete a simple web search to see what is available in your area. From there, you can cross-search the brands via Instagram to see if other reputable candle-making businesses are using them too. This is a strategy that I used when I first began making candles. I would look at different brands that were available via Instagram, and I wou...”
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Course summary for: Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
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DIY, Interior Design, Product Design
xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez)
A course by xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez)
Belinda, the creator and owner of XO Illuminated, embarked on her candle-making journey in 2020, transforming a personal hobby into a thriving business. With a passion for health and environmental sustainability, she crafts soy-vegan and chemical-free candles, wax melts, and soaps. Her expertise extends to various techniques, including the "whipped wax" effect, glittering, and decorative wax molds. Belinda's dedication to her craft has led her to partner with major brands such as Brambleberry and Bulk Apothecary, and she has gained significant exposure through her creative presence on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.
Her brand, XO Illuminated, took off in 2021, propelled by viral success on social media and increasing sales through her website. Belinda possesses a deep understanding of the intricacies of candle making, from selecting the right wick size to achieving optimal fragrance loads. Her candles resonate with fans of Disney, Harry Potter, and more, drawing inspiration from beloved films and childhood memories. Known for her innovative approach, she continuously tests new techniques to offer unique products to her customers. With a focus on creativity and quality, Belinda is eager to share her knowledge and guide others in the art of candle making.
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