How to Make Wax Melts at Home (and Why Coconut Wax Makes a Real Difference)
A fun guide for creative home fragrance lovers - with tips from the coconut-wax perfectionists at Tillybell.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Why Make Your Own Wax Melts?
- Materials You'll Need
- Step-by-Step Guide to Making Wax Melts
- Choosing the Right Wax
- Selecting the Perfect Fragrance
- Colouring Your Wax Melts
- Creative Wax Melt Ideas
- Safety Tips
- Conclusion
Introduction
Making your own wax melts is a brilliant way to discover the art behind home fragrance. It's creative, it's fun, and it gives you complete control over colour, shape and scent. Just remember - premium melts take years to master. At Tillybell, we spent countless hours refining our coconut wax formula to deliver exceptional scent and a clean melt every time!
Why Make Your Own Wax Melts?
Wax melt making is rewarding for lots of reasons:
- Fun & creative - perfect for crafting lovers
- Custom scents - blend what you love
- Better for gifts - thoughtful and handmade
- Eco-friendly - reusable moulds + cleaner wax choices
And if DIY doesn't go to plan? Don't worry - Tillybell has your back with melt-perfecting coconut wax blends ready to enjoy!
Materials You'll Need
You'll need a few basics:
- Coconut wax (here's why coconut wax is superior)
- Premium fragrance oils
- Wax melting pot or double boiler
- Heat-resistant jug or container
- Silicone moulds or clamshells
- Thermometer
- Stirring spatula
- Paper or protective surface
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make Wax Melts
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Prepare your space
Lay down paper - melted wax is stubborn! -
Melt the coconut wax
Low/medium heat until around 70–80°C. -
Cool slightly & add fragrance
Follow recommended usage % (usually ~10%). Stir gently. -
Add colour (optional)
Use as little as possible for a luxury finish. -
Pour into moulds carefully
Leave space at the top for a smooth finish. -
Let them set
Cool fully at room temperature - no fridge! -
Remove & cure
Cure for 7–14 days for best scent performance (great quality coconut wax cures after 48 hours).
Top tip: Coconut wax is softer - gentle handling gives the most beautiful results.
Choosing the Right Wax
Coconut wax is our wax of choice - and the one we recommend for beginners who want a professional-quality finish.
- Best scent throw - stronger fragrance release
- Cleanest burn - low soot, safer melt
- Silky finish - no frosting or cracks like soy
- Sustainable sourcing
It is more expensive - but the quality is night-and-day better. That's why every Tillybell melt is hand-poured with 100% premium coconut wax for a cleaner, longer-lasting luxury fragrance.
Selecting the Perfect Fragrance
Some fragrances work better in wax than others.
- High-grade fragrance oils give the best lasting scent
- Essential oils are softer and can fade faster
Every oil we use at Tillybell is vegan, cruelty-free and UK-made for a premium melt experience.
Colouring Your Wax Melts
Colour is optional - simplicity often looks more high-end.
- Wax dyes - neat and consistent
- Micas - add a luxury shimmer 🎇
Our signature aesthetic uses fragrance-driven simplicity: fewer additives, more quality.
Creative Wax Melt Ideas
- Layer two scents for a surprise blend
- Use heart or seasonal moulds
- Add dried petals for a spa-style finish (keep away from flame!)
Safety Tips
- Never overheat wax - watch your thermometer
- Don't leave wax unattended
- Keep pets & children away
- Label properly if gifting or selling
Conclusion: Have Fun - or Let Us Do the Work ✨
Wax melt making is a journey - part science, part art - and it takes time and high-quality ingredients to get everything just right.
That's why Tillybell exists. We wanted luxury coconut wax melts that anyone can afford - without compromise.
4 for £15 · 6 for £20 · 10 for £30 - premium luxury for as little as £3 per bar!
If you'd love to skip the experimenting and go straight to amazing home fragrance...you're in the right place.
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