Lilin Aromaterapi Minyak Jelantah

Summary

This video guides viewers through the process of creating aromatherapy candles using waste oil. The steps include preparing the container, attaching the wick, and melting the waste oil with stearic acid to create a solid wax. The script emphasizes careful measurement of ingredients like stearic acid and oil, the addition of color and fragrance, and the importance of cooling the mixture before pouring it into the container. Tips are provided for ensuring the wick stays centered during the pouring process, and the video concludes with a successful test of the candle’s functionality. It's an eco-friendly project that transforms waste oil into a valuable product.

Takeaways

• 😀 Prepare the container for the candle first. You can use water to estimate the volume if the exact size of the container is unknown.
• 😀 Ensure the wick is attached firmly to the bottom of the container, staying centered throughout the process. Use adhesive like double tape or glue.
• 😀 The wick should be slightly above the wax level. If it's too long, trim it; if too short, ensure the wax doesn’t exceed the wick height.
• 😀 The basic ingredients for the candle are used in a ratio of 1:2, with 1 part stearic acid and 2 parts oil. Stearic acid helps solidify the wax.
• 😀 Stearic acid is commonly used in industries to solidify oils, like in margarine production from vegetable oils.
• 😀 Optional coloring can be added using old crayons, which are easy to grind and mix. Alternatively, mica powder or other safe colorants can be used.
• 😀 Essential oils can be added for fragrance. Avoid alcohol-based perfumes as they can cause separation and are flammable.
• 😀 Heat the mixture gently to melt the stearic acid. Stir until it becomes clear and completely dissolved.
• 😀 Once the mixture has cooled slightly, add the fragrance oil to avoid evaporation. The temperature should be warm enough but not too hot.
• 😀 After mixing in the fragrance, pour the liquid wax into the prepared container slowly, ensuring the wick stays centered. Let it set for around 30 minutes until solidified.

Q & A

What is the first step in making an aromatherapy candle from used cooking oil?

The first step is to prepare the container. Often, the volume of the container is not known, so it can be measured using water as a reference.

How should the wick be prepared for the candle?

The wick should be placed so that it is at the top of the container. If it's too long, it can be trimmed, but if it's too short, it should be positioned just below the wick's top.

What is the role of stearic acid in the candle-making process?

Stearic acid is used to make the candle harder by solidifying the oil, similar to how margarine is made from vegetable oils.

What materials are needed for making the aromatherapy candle?

You need used cooking oil, stearic acid, a wick, a container, coloring material (such as old crayons), fragrance oil, and a heat source.

Can we use any type of colorant for the candle?

Yes, you can use old crayons as a colorant, or other types of powder colorants like mica powder. The choice of color will depend on the type of oil used.

How should the wick be secured in the container?

The wick should be glued to the bottom of the container using double-sided tape or a hot glue gun. It’s important that the wick stays centered during the pouring process.

What is the importance of cooling the melted mixture before adding fragrance?

Cooling the mixture before adding fragrance ensures that the scent doesn't evaporate due to the heat. The optimal temperature is when the mixture is warm enough to hold the fragrance but not too hot.

How do you know when to add fragrance to the melted wax?

Fragrance should be added when the melted wax has cooled enough to be handled without burning your hand, usually around 10 minutes after being removed from the heat source.

What kind of fragrance oil can be used in aromatherapy candles?

Only fragrance oils in an oil form should be used. Avoid fragrance oils with alcohol, as they can separate from the wax and pose a fire risk.

How long does it take for the candle to harden after pouring the mixture?

It takes around 30 minutes for the candle to solidify enough to handle, but the wick can still be adjusted if needed.