/r/candlemaking/

r/candlemaking

104k members
r/candlemaking is a subreddit with 104k members. The community frequently discusses candle, struggling, looking for a, candles, and frustrating, and they frequently recommend/review candles, wax, and supplies, and the most common flair used is question and creations.
A place to share candle making (and associated home fragrance) techniques, tutorials, ideas and finished products. Post about your issues and get troubleshooting advice. No unsolicited advertising from candle makers or suppliers.

Popular Topics in r/candlemaking

#1

Candle

44 posts
#2

Struggling

42 posts
#3

Looking For A

39 posts
#4

Candles

39 posts
#5

Frustrating

38 posts
#6

Wax

37 posts
#7

Wick

30 posts
#8

Fragrance

15 posts
#9

Scent

13 posts
#10

Looking For Fragrance Oil

11 posts

Products Discussed in r/candlemaking

Candles

13 reviews
#1
Candle Science
4.3★ from 3 reviews
#2
LETINE
5.0★ from 1 review
#3
Beeswax and Coconut Wax
5.0★ from 1 review

Wax

7 reviews
#1
MP-117
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#2
Beeswax
4.0★ from 1 review
#3
CandleScience
4.0★ from 1 review

Supplies

6 reviews
#1
Amazon
5.0★ from 1 review
#2
Virginia Candle Company
5.0★ from 1 review
#3
Brambleberry
5.0★ from 1 review

Flair Used in r/candlemaking

#1
Question
: "Do special candles sell better?"
29 posts
#2
Creations
: "First ever candle I made!!!"
4 posts

Member Growth in r/candlemaking

Yearly
+12k members(12.6%)

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Last updated: October 1, 2026