Edukasi dan Pelatihan Pembuatan Lilin Aromaterapi dari Limbah Minyak Jelantah

Summary

This educational video demonstrates how to create aromatherapy candles using recycled cooking oil (minyak jelantah). The process starts with purifying the used oil by removing impurities using ingredients like cornstarch and charcoal. Afterward, soy wax, recycled oil, and fragrances are mixed to create the candle base. The mixture is poured into molds with wicks and left to harden. The video also showcases creative candle decorations, including whipped wax and strawberry-shaped molds. The final product is a beautifully crafted aromatherapy candle, ready to freshen up any space with natural ingredients.

Takeaways

• 😀 Waste cooking oil needs to be processed before it can be used to make candles.
• 😀 Essential tools for processing waste oil include a pan, stove, cornstarch, filter, spatula, and container.
• 😀 Heat used cooking oil and add cornstarch to filter out impurities as it forms sediment.
• 😀 After the impurities settle, filter them out and discard them.
• 😀 Soak the filtered oil in charcoal for 1-2 hours up to 1 day to further purify it.
• 😀 After soaking, filter the oil again to remove any remaining impurities.
• 😀 The purified oil can now be used to make candles or other products.
• 😀 The process of making aromatherapy candles begins with preparing materials like soy wax, waste oil, and fragrance.
• 😀 Melt the soy wax and mix it with the processed waste oil, stirring until well combined.
• 😀 Add color and fragrance to the mixture, then pour it into molds with pre-installed wicks.
• 😀 After the candle hardens, it can be decorated creatively before cutting the wick to the appropriate size.

Q & A

What is the purpose of purifying used cooking oil before making the aromatherapy candle?

Purifying the used cooking oil removes impurities and contaminants, ensuring that the oil is safe to use in the candle-making process and results in a cleaner, more effective final product.

Why is cornstarch added to the heated used cooking oil?

Cornstarch is added to the heated oil to attract and collect impurities. These impurities then settle in the cornstarch, allowing for easier separation from the oil.

How long should the purified oil be soaked in charcoal?

The oil should be soaked in charcoal for 1 to 2 hours or up to one day, depending on how thoroughly the user wants to purify the oil.

What role does charcoal play in the oil purification process?

Charcoal helps to further purify the oil by absorbing additional impurities, leaving the oil cleaner and ready to be used in the candle-making process.

What is the purpose of adding soy wax to the candle mixture?

Soy wax is the primary base material for the candle, providing the structure and texture that allows it to solidify into a candle after pouring into molds.

How much soy wax is required for the candle?

You need 37.5 grams of soy wax for the candle.

What happens after the soy wax is melted and mixed with the purified oil?

Once the soy wax is melted and the purified oil is added, the mixture is stirred until it becomes homogeneous, ensuring the two ingredients are evenly combined for consistent texture and burning.

Why is dye added to the candle mixture?

Dye is added to the mixture to color the candle according to personal preferences, enhancing its visual appeal and making it more decorative.

How much fragrance oil is added to the candle mixture?

2.5 milliliters of fragrance oil is added to the candle mixture to provide the desired aroma for the aromatherapy candle.

What is the final step after pouring the candle mixture into molds?

After pouring the mixture into the molds, you should wait for the candle to harden at room temperature. Once solidified, you can trim the wick and decorate the candle as desired.