5 Ways We’ve Made Candle Making Easier Than Ever

at-home candle making has traditionally been messy, over complicated, overwhelming, and time-consuming. between specialist equipment, precise measurements, and long setup times, it’s easy to see why so many people never try it.

at reativ, we set out to simplify the process while taking the stress out of candle making. here are five intentional ways we’ve made candle making easier, more approachable, and designed for real life.

1. no complicated equipment

you don’t need to buy and find somewhere to store fancy equipment to make and refill your candles at home.

reativ at-home candle kits are designed to work with what you already have — a microwave, a clean vessel, and a few quiet minutes. by removing complicated equipment, candle making becomes accessible to everyone, not just experienced crafters.

2. pre-measured ingredients (no guesswork)

every reativ candle refill kit includes ingredients that are already measured and optimised to work together:

• 300g of creamy coconut + soy candle wax

• 30ml of fragrance oil, formulated for a strong, balanced scent throw

there’s no calculating ratios, no leftover wax, and no wondering if you’ve added too much or too little fragrance. everything is designed to deliver a consistent, high-quality candle every time.

3. microwavable wax

forget the double boiler and thermometers.

our creamy coconut + soy candle wax comes in a convenient microwavable pouch, allowing it to melt safely in minutes. it’s beginner-friendly, controlled, and removes one of the biggest barriers to at-home candle making — the melting process itself.

simply melt, stir, and pour.

note: as everyone has different microwave strengths, to control this variable, we have suggested melting 2 minutes at a time until your wax is completely melted. for you, this may take 2 minutes, 4 minutes, or 6 minutes depending on the wattage of your microwave.

4. mess-free by design

candle making shouldn’t end up in wax spills, sticky benches, or difficult cleanup.

our candle wax pouch doubles as your mixing bowl, so there’s no transferring hot wax between containers. when you’re done, there’s nothing to scrub — just a smooth, simple process from start to finish.

5. time efficient 

with reativ, candle making fits into real life.

you can make your candle in minutes, let it set for two hours, and light it the same day. no long curing times, no waiting days before enjoying the result.

it’s quick enough for a solo self-care moment, a creative night in with friends, or a thoughtful gift you made yourself.

candle making made easy

by simplifying the process, we’ve created space for what matters — making time to unwind, creating with your hands, and enjoying the calm that follows when you light your own candle.

whether you’re refilling an empty favourite or trying candle making for the first time, reativ makes the experience simple, intentional, and genuinely enjoyable.

ready to see how easy candle making can be?
explore our candle kits and try reativ today.