{"product_id":"bb-c35-soy-pillar-mold-wax","title":"BB-C35 Soy Pillar and Mold Wax","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bb-product-page\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cstyle\u003e\n    .bb-product-page {\n      font-family: inherit;\n      color: #333;\n      line-height: 1.65;\n      max-width: 980px;\n      margin: 0 auto;\n    }\n\n    .bb-intro {\n      margin-bottom: 24px;\n      font-size: 15px;\n      color: #444;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight {\n      background: #f8f6f2;\n      border: 1px solid #e6e0d8;\n      border-radius: 14px;\n      padding: 18px 20px;\n      margin: 20px 0 28px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight h3 {\n      margin: 0 0 10px;\n      font-size: 18px;\n      color: #2f5f73;\n      letter-spacing: 0.2px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight ul {\n      margin: 0;\n      padding-left: 20px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-highlight li {\n      margin: 4px 0;\n    }\n\n    .bb-property-card {\n      background: #ffffff;\n      border: 1px solid #e7e7e7;\n      border-radius: 18px;\n      padding: 24px;\n      margin: 28px 0;\n      box-shadow: 0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\n      max-width: 520px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-property-card h3 {\n      margin: 0 0 18px;\n      font-size: 19px;\n      color: #333;\n    }\n\n    .bb-row {\n      display: flex;\n      justify-content: space-between;\n      gap: 18px;\n      border-bottom: 1px solid #eeeeee;\n      padding: 10px 0;\n      font-size: 14px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-row:last-child {\n      border-bottom: none;\n    }\n\n    .bb-label {\n      font-weight: 600;\n      color: #333;\n    }\n\n    .bb-value {\n      color: #6f7478;\n      text-align: right;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion {\n      border-top: 1px solid #2f5f73;\n      margin-top: 30px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion details {\n      border-bottom: 1px solid #2f5f73;\n      padding: 0;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion summary {\n      cursor: pointer;\n      list-style: none;\n      font-size: 20px;\n      font-weight: 600;\n      color: #2f5f73;\n      padding: 17px 0;\n      position: relative;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n      display: none;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion summary::after {\n      content: \"+\";\n      position: absolute;\n      right: 6px;\n      top: 50%;\n      transform: translateY(-50%);\n      font-size: 28px;\n      font-weight: 300;\n      color: #2f5f73;\n    }\n\n    .bb-accordion details[open] summary::after {\n      content: \"–\";\n    }\n\n    .bb-panel {\n      padding: 0 0 20px;\n      font-size: 15px;\n      color: #444;\n    }\n\n    .bb-panel ul,\n    .bb-panel ol {\n      margin-top: 8px;\n      padding-left: 22px;\n    }\n\n    .bb-panel li {\n      margin: 5px 0;\n    }\n\n    .bb-note {\n      background: #fafafa;\n      border-left: 4px solid #2f5f73;\n      padding: 12px 14px;\n      margin-top: 12px;\n      font-size: 14px;\n      color: #555;\n    }\n\n    @media (max-width: 640px) {\n      .bb-row {\n        display: block;\n      }\n\n      .bb-value {\n        display: block;\n        text-align: left;\n        margin-top: 2px;\n      }\n\n      .bb-property-card {\n        max-width: 100%;\n      }\n\n      .bb-accordion summary {\n        font-size: 18px;\n        padding-right: 34px;\n      }\n    }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eBB-C35 Soy Pillar \u0026amp; Mold Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e is a firm soy pillar wax blend made for molded candles, pillar candles, and decorative wax shapes. It is designed to hold its shape, release from molds more easily than soft container waxes, and create sturdy freestanding candles when properly tested.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-highlight\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePillar candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMolded candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSimple silicone or metal molds\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMakers who want a soy-based alternative to paraffin pillar wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-property-card\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWax Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eWax Type\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eSoy Pillar \/ Mold Wax\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003ePillars, Molds, Decorative Shapes\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eForm\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eHard Slab\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eSolid White \/ Opaque\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eMelt Point\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003e130–135°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003ePour Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eAround 190°F\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eFragrance Load\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003e4–8%\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eWick Series\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eCD Starting Point\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bb-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-label\"\u003eTesting Required\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bb-value\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bb-accordion\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails open\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDescription\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          BB-C35 Soy Pillar \u0026amp; Mold Wax is made for candles that need to stand on their own. It is firmer than container soy wax and is designed for molded candles, pillar candles, and simple decorative candle shapes.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          This wax has a solid white appearance and limited shrink behavior, helping with mold release while still keeping enough structure for freestanding candles. Final results depend on your mold shape, fragrance oil, wick, dye, pour temperature, and cooling process.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eKey Features\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSoy-based wax for pillars and molds\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFirm structure for freestanding candles\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHard slab form for cutting and melting\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDesigned for cleaner mold release\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGood choice for simple molded candle shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHolds up to 8% fragrance oil when properly tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003col\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCut or break the slab wax into smaller pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMelt wax until fully liquid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAdd fragrance oil at your tested fragrance-add temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eStir slowly and evenly until fully blended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePour into a prepared mold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAllow the candle to cool completely before unmolding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTop-off pours may be needed depending on mold size and shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bb-note\"\u003e\n          Suggested starting point: heat wax until fully melted, add fragrance around 190°F, and pour around 190°F. Simple molds usually perform better than highly detailed molds with thin parts or delicate details.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eFragrance \u0026amp; Wick Testing\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Suggested fragrance load is 4–8%. Do not exceed 8% without testing. Too much fragrance oil can weaken the wax structure, affect mold release, cause sweating, or create poor burn performance.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          CD wicks are a common starting point for this wax, but wick size must be tested with your exact pillar size, mold shape, fragrance oil, dye, and fragrance load.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bb-note\"\u003e\n          Pillar candles are less forgiving than container candles. The wrong wick can cause tunneling, sidewall blowout, dripping, or an oversized flame.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Molded soy candles require testing. Cracking, sinkholes, poor release, frosting, uneven color, weak scent throw, or burn issues can happen if temperature, mold type, fragrance load, or cooling speed is off.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoor mold release:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a simple mold shape and test a light mold release spray if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSinkholes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test a second pour or top-off pour after the first pour sets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCracking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid cold molds, cold rooms, and rapid cooling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrosting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduce temperature swings and cool candles slowly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeak scent throw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test fragrance load, cure time, and wick size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePillar blowout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wick down or test a different wick series before selling finished candles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Store wax in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture, and strong odors.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          BB-C35 is a hard slab wax and may soften slightly during hot-weather shipping. This usually does not damage the wax. Let the wax return to room temperature before cutting, weighing, or melting.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eQ \u0026amp; A\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bb-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs BB-C35 beginner-friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It is better for intermediate makers. Pillar and mold candles require more testing than container candles because the wax must release from the mold and burn safely without a jar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is BB-C35 best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It is best used for pillar candles, molded candles, and simple decorative wax shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use BB-C35 for container candles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It is not the best choice for container candles. Use a container wax such as GB 464, GB 444, GB 454, C-3, IGI 6006, or BB-S10 instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use BB-C35 for detailed molds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Simple molds are best. Highly detailed molds with thin arms, sharp edges, small petals, or delicate shapes may need a more flexible wax blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this wax need additives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It is designed to be used as a pillar and mold wax without extra additives for normal testing. Additives should only be used if you are building a custom formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this wax for wax melts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        It may work for some molded wax projects, but a dedicated tart or wax melt wax is usually better for clamshells, snap bars, and strong fragrance melts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy did my pillar candle crack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Cracking is usually caused by cold molds, cold room temperature, fast cooling, or pouring conditions that do not match your mold and room environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long should candles cure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        Allow the candle to fully harden before unmolding. For fragrance performance, many makers allow soy pillar candles to cure for several days to 1–2 weeks before final burn testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bloombay","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":49139868991796,"sku":null,"price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 lbs","offer_id":49139869024564,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lbs","offer_id":49139869057332,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11 lbs","offer_id":49139869090100,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/5416\/5044\/files\/BB-C351.png?v=1779993231","url":"https:\/\/www.bloombayshop.com\/products\/bb-c35-soy-pillar-mold-wax","provider":"Bloombay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}