From Wax to Wicked: How Our Candles Are Made
A Touch of Magic in Every Pour
At Wicked Redhead, every candle begins with a spark of inspiration—and a lot of love poured into the details. Unlike mass-produced candles, ours are handcrafted in Cape Coral, FL, where we blend artistry with science to create the perfect burn and fragrance throw. Curious how our candles go from raw ingredients to the glowing centerpiece in your home? Here’s a behind-the-scenes peek.
Step 1: The Wicked Blend
Every great candle starts with its foundation—the wax. Our Wicked Blend is custom-crafted to achieve a smooth finish, even burn, and powerful fragrance throw. It’s the secret behind the long-lasting, luxury experience our candles are known for.
Step 2: Testing Before Creating
Before a new candle ever makes it into our collection, it undergoes weeks of testing. We’re not just checking whether a candle burns — we’re making sure it performs beautifully, safely, and consistently from the first light to the very last flicker.
Here’s what we test for:
- 🔥 Wick Performance – Different jar sizes require different wicks. We test multiple wick options to ensure the flame is strong enough to melt the wax evenly, but not so strong that it causes sooting or jar overheating.
- 🕯️ Burn Time – Each candle is tracked through complete burns. We measure how many hours it lasts and confirm that the wax pool reaches edge-to-edge without tunneling.
- 🌸 Cold Throw vs. Hot Throw – Cold throw is how a candle smells unlit; hot throw is the fragrance released while burning. We refine each batch to make sure the scent is inviting even before lighting, and fills a room once the flame is going.
- 🧪 Safety & Stability – Every vessel is observed for temperature, glass integrity, and wick stability. We won’t sell a candle unless it burns cleanly and safely.
- ✨ Consistency Across Batches – A Wicked Redhead candle poured today should perform just as beautifully as one poured months from now. Testing ensures we can guarantee that consistency.
Only when a candle passes all of these checkpoints do we move it into production for customers. This step is what separates a pretty candle from a Wicked candle.
Step 3: Fragrance Alchemy
Choosing a fragrance isn’t just about smelling good—it’s about creating a mood. From cozy fall scents like Autumn Potion to fresh, airy picks like Cotton Veil, each blend is carefully measured for maximum throw without being overpowering. This balance is what makes a Wicked candle feel like a true experience.
Step 4: Wicks That Work
We use eco wicks chosen specifically for each vessel, so every flame burns cleanly and safely. A properly wicked candle means fewer issues like tunneling or sooting—and more hours of warm, glowing light.
Step 5: The Pour & The Cure
Each candle is hand-poured in small batches, then left to cure so the wax and fragrance can fully bind together. This curing period is what gives Wicked candles their signature long-lasting scent and smooth top finish.
Step 6: Finishing Touches
Every jar is labeled with our custom Wicked Pamela design, stamped with “Hand Poured in Cape Coral, FL 33993”, and shipped straight from our hands to your home. It’s not just a candle—it’s a piece of our story.
Why It Matters
When you light a Wicked Redhead candle, you’re experiencing more than wax and fragrance—you’re connecting with a craft. Every candle has been tested, perfected, and poured with care. That’s why our candles don’t just burn… they transform your space.
👉 Ready to feel the difference? Explore our Wicked Blend Luxury Candle Collection and bring home a little magic today.