The key difference is the melting point of the two waxes. The Golden Wax 444 has a higher melting point of 49-52C. ... The Golden Wax 464 has a lower melting point of 45-48C. This allows the wax to have improved jar adhesion and helps prevent wet spots.May 13, 2021
What is the difference between 415 444 and 464 soy wax?
Our 444 soy wax is different from the 415 soy wax because it does have a soy based additive added to it, but yet it is still a natural wax. ... The 464 soy wax can be blended with beeswax, paraffin wax, as well as microcrystalline and has a melting point of 115-120 degrees.Dec 28, 2014
What number soy wax is best?
- AAK Golden Brands 464. Our favorite wax and longtime best seller. We use 464 for all of our fragrance testing because we found it produces the strongest scent while burning.
- AAK Golden Brands 444. Very similar to 464, but with a slightly higher melt point.
Is 444 wax good for wax melts?
GW 444 is designed for use in container candles and blends well with other waxes, such as paraffin, slack, and microcrystalline wax. It is not recommended to blend GW 444 with beeswax. Advantages of using Golden Brands GW 444: ... Higher melt point helps to prevent candles from losing their form in warmer conditions.
Can Golden Wax 464 be used for wax melts?
Golden Wax 464 is best used for container candles; it's a softer wax. ... Golden Wax 494 is best used for wax melts & pillar candles, it's a harder wax. Also well-known for its strong scent throw when fragrance or essential oils are added.
Is Golden wax good for wax melts?
The wax blend composition includes botanical additives that prevent wicks from properly burning and therefore should not be used in candles. This wax is only recommended for wax melts and tarts and not for use in candles.
What is the best wax to use when making wax melts?
Soy wax
Can I use Golden wax 444 for melts?
Golden Brands 444 Soy Wax is designed for container candles only. We do not recommend it for pillars or votives. You may decide to use the GB 444 for wax melts, however, be sure to test first to see what you think as it can be a bit crumbly so you may find a soy pillar blend preferable for melts.
Where does Golden Wax 464 come from?
An all-natural soy wax that holds lots of fragrance oil and helps reduce frosting. Golden Brands 464 is our best selling soy wax and a favorite of soy candle makers everywhere! Produced from US Grown Soybeans! Note: Wax is packaged in flake form.