Peppermint Soy Candle // Clean Living

Peppermint is by far my favorite scent during the winter months. I have the undying urge to add peppermint to anything and everything. So, of course I've got a few peppermint candles floating around the house. This project has a sweet, peppermint scent without being too overpowering. The scent of peppermint has been used to boost your energy, relieve headaches and pressure, and can also help with allergy and cold relief. So, not only will your house smell wonderful and festive, you're actually improving your wellbeing, as well as all those who stop by your home for a visit during the cold winter season!

 ingredients:

2 cups soy wax shavings
wooden candle wick
10 drops peppermint essential oil

10 drops vanilla essential oil
candle holder
tape
cooking pot

 I've learned that melting it in the candle jar saves a lot of cleanup, hassle, and potential wax spills. Begin by pouring the wax shavings into the candle jar. 

Place the jar into a pot of water and place on the stove top on low. As the wax begins to melt it will condense in volume, and you'll need to add more wax shavings. 

Once the wax has completely melted and fills the jar to the correct height, remove from the stove top with a pot holder. 

Place the wooden wick into the melted wax, making sure it is directly in the middle of the jar. Feel free to add a piece of tape across the top of the jar to help keep the wood wick in place. Since the wood is firmer than a normal wick, it should have no trouble staying in place. 

Once completely cooled, it's ready to use!