How Do I Use Your Liquid Dyes?

Create Colourful & Vibrant Candles with Confidence

Adding colour to your candles is one of the most satisfying parts of the creative process. Whether you're designing bold statement pieces or soft pastel tones, our high-quality liquid dyes make it easy to achieve consistent, vibrant results every time.

Formulated for smooth blending and long-lasting performance, our liquid dyes are:

Easy to use, highly concentrated, non-toxic, cruelty-free and Vegan-friendly.

Let’s explore how to use them correctly for flawless, professional-looking candles.

What Are Liquid Dyes?

Liquid dyes are concentrated colourants specifically developed to mix seamlessly into melted wax. Their fluid format allows for precise control, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced candle makers. Because they disperse evenly, you won’t experience patchy colour or uneven streaking just smooth, vibrant results from top to bottom.

How to Use Liquid Dyes in Your Candles

Step 1: Melt Your Wax

Heat your chosen wax according to the manufacturer’s recommended melting temperature.

Step 2: Add the Liquid Dye

Once the wax is fully melted add a few drops of liquid dye and stir gently but thoroughly for even distribution. The colour will deepen slightly once the candle has cooled, so always test a small amount first if you’re working on a new shade.

Step 3: Adjust the Shade

Want something lighter, just add less dye. Want something bold and dramatic, add a little more gradually. Bear in mind that an excessive amount of dye can affect the quality of burn in a candle and lead to unintentional tunnelling.

You can also blend different liquid dyes together to create completely custom colours.

Tip: Mix colours in small test batches before scaling up.

How Much Dye Should I Use?

Correct dosing is essential for both colour quality and burn performance.

We recommend:

0.1% – 0.2% of dye relative to the weight of your wax

Example:
For 1kg of wax → use 1g–2g of liquid dye.

Some vegetable waxes particularly soy wax may require slightly higher concentrations to achieve deeper tones.

⚠️ Important: Liquid dyes are not suitable for gel wax. Always check compatibility before use.

Why Choose Our Liquid Dyes?

Here’s what makes them stand out:

✔ Highly Concentrated, afew drops go a long way, making them extremely cost-effective.

✔ Even Colour Distribution, no speckling or colour separation.

✔ Burn-Safe Formulation, they won’t interfere with combustion when used at the recommended dosage.

✔ Vegan & Cruelty-Free, created without animal testing or animal-derived ingredients.

✔ Long Shelf Life, colours remain stable and vibrant over time when stored correctly.

Creative Tips for Unique Candle Designs

Layer different colours for a striped effect.
Create soft ombré gradients.
Combine with mica (where appropriate) for shimmer finishes.
Pair colour themes with matching fragrance profiles for cohesive collections.

Remember: The final shade may vary slightly depending on your wax type, fragrance load and any additives used. Experimentation is part of the creative journey and often leads to the most beautiful results.

Final Thoughts

Liquid dyes are one of the simplest ways to elevate your candle designs. With proper dosing and mixing, you can achieve rich, professional colours that enhance both aesthetic appeal and brand identity. So go ahead experiment, blend, layer, and create candles that truly reflect your style.

Your next vibrant masterpiece starts with just a few drops.

How Do I Use Your Liquid Dyes?