Dripless Tapers

Since working in the candle industry beginning in 1997, I have been asked countless times by customers if we make dripless candles or more specifically, dripless taper candles.  The short answer, based on the industry definition, is “yes”.  So what is the industry standard for a dripless candle?  Basically it means a candle that when burned under proper conditions will not drip.  “Proper conditions” is the key phrase here.  We have all seen movies set in past centuries where candles are burning and wax is dripping down the sides and all over the holder, those were NOT dripless candles.

How Are Dripless Candles Different?

So how exactly does a dripless candle differ from one that drips and what does it mean to burn a candle under proper conditions?  Dripless taper candles are made by adding an extra step to the manufacturing process.  The candle is dipped one