The wax maker works with a mixture of animal (beeswax), mineral (paraffin) and vegetable wax. The melted wax is dyed in the mass. The straight or conical shape of the candle depends on the technique used to deposit the wax on the wick, "with a ladle" or "by diving".
The main market for candle houses is still today places of worship, even if the share of sales intended for the Church is tending to decrease. Production is very high 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 a clientele of professionals (restaurants, hotels, decorators, florists, antique dealers, etc.) and private individuals. They can be scented and personalized. There are also commissions for the theater and the cinema for candlelit decorations.
There is no specific training for the trade of wax maker. However, a transmission of knowledge could be envisaged.
Training as a flavorist or flavorist , as well as that of perfumer or perfumer is acquired on the job with a company or foreign certification. You will find all the information onorientation.ch .