--- title: "How I Make Handmade Soy Candles | UMA Scented Candles" description: "Go behind the scenes of my hand-poured soy candle process. Discover how I use natural soy wax and lead-free wicks to craft clean, aromatic candles for your home." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ultimate.magical.aromas/handmade-candles-home-fragrance/the-making-of-my-handmade-process last_updated: 2025-10-01 --- # Behind the Scenes: My Handmade Candle Process Tribe Verified · Hand-poured using 100% natural soy wax. By [Heena](https://mytribe.in/ultimate.magical.aromas) · Ships across India · ₹100 per piece/set (estimate) Part of [Handmade Candles & Home Fragrance](https://mytribe.in/ultimate.magical.aromas/handmade-candles-home-fragrance). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ultimate.magical.aromas/handmade-candles-home-fragrance/gallery) Ever wonder what goes into making a scented candle? From the initial wax pour to the hand-applied labels, here is the journey of how my candles are crafted in small batches, just for you. ## Photos and videos - [Video: From pouring the wax to labeling the jars, this video shows the journey of getting my very first launch ready. It's so exciting to share this process with you all.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a1a9a094-ed53-4b55-9524-616eb9f2e3f9) - [Video: An exclusive look at the process of labeling my 'Rose Blossom' and 'Fresh Lavender' candles. Each label is applied by hand with care.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd40c46f-9ce5-42b1-aa14-7a2370d1753a) - [Video: In this video, I introduce myself and share the story behind my brand, UMA, which is named after my beloved grandmother. Aromas are a powerful way to cherish memories, and that is the experience I want to share with you.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de7f6664-3bc2-4636-84bb-51b18baef8f8) ## About The Making Of: My Handmade Process I don’t use machines or factory assembly lines. Every candle you see here is hand-poured in small batches, which allows the soy wax to cure properly for a consistent, even scent throw. When you light one of these at home, you are using a product that has been monitored for wick stability and fragrance balance by hand, ensuring that what you smell is exactly the experience I intended to create. ### From the Kitchen to Your Home My candle-making process is slow and intentional. It starts with selecting high-quality, biodegradable soy wax—a choice I made because it burns cleaner and longer than paraffin. Because I don't mass-produce, I can control the fragrance load, keeping it at a steady 7-9% oil concentration. This ensures that the scent is noticeable without being overpowering. ### The Anatomy of My Process * **Wick Selection:** I use lead-free cotton braided wicks. I size these specifically to the diameter of the jar to prevent tunneling—that annoying issue where wax gets stuck on the sides—and to keep the flame steady. * **Curing Time:** After pouring, every candle needs time to rest. This curing phase allows the fragrance oil to fully bind with the wax, which is why your candles perform best after they have arrived from my workshop. * **Natural Traits:** You might notice a bit of 'frosting' or white crystalline patterns on the sides of your jar. This isn't a defect; it is a sign that I am using 100% natural soy wax without synthetic hardening agents. It is the real deal. ### Quality & Safety Safety is my priority. My fragrances are phthalate-free, meaning they are safe to burn around family and pets. Whether I am pouring a batch of festive Motichoor Ladoo-shaped candles or simple amber jars, the standard remains the same: handmade, hand-labeled, and packed with care to ensure they reach your doorstep in Delhi NCR or anywhere in India perfectly intact. ## About Heena Hi, I’m Heena. UMA started in my kitchen, inspired by the cozy glow of the candles my nani used to light when the power went out. I handle every step of the process personally, because for me, these aren't just products—they are bottled memories meant for your space. 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