The wax maker works a mixture of animal (beeswax), mineral (paraffin) and vegetable wax. The melted wax is tinted throughout. The straight or conical shape of the candle depends on the technique used to deposit the wax on the wick, “with a ladle” or “with a dip”.
The main market for candles still remains places of worship today, even if the share of sales intended for the Church tends to decrease. Production is very important for the Easter and Christmas holiday periods. Faced with competition from industrial production, these companies build customer loyalty thanks to the quality of their products. They can adapt to specific requests and produce small series.
Decorative candles are intended for professional customers (restaurants, hotels, decorators, florists, antique dealers, etc.) and individuals. They can be scented and personalized. There are also orders for theater and cinema for candlelight sets.
There is no specific training for the wax maker profession. However, a transfer of knowledge could be possible
Training as a flavorist , as well as that of a perfumer, is acquired on the job with company or foreign certification. You will find all the information onorientation.ch .