In this article, you will learn why candle colors can fade due to sunlight, how to effectively protect your candles from UV radiation, and how you can maintain the color intensity of your candles long-term with our additive UV-Guard.

Why do candle colors fade?

 

Those who pour their own candles invest a lot of time and creativity in choosing wax, scent, and color. It is all the more frustrating when a vibrantly colored candle significantly loses its color intensity after a few weeks or months. Especially in summer or at a location near a window, strong sunlight can cause color pigments to gradually fade.

UV radiation as a common cause of color loss

Many candle makers initially don't even know that UV radiation is one of the most common causes of fading candle colors. The UV rays in sunlight can attack the color pigments in the wax, causing them to lose their luminosity.
The good news: With the right UV protection for candles, this effect can be specifically counteracted.
Neon colors, intense red, pink, and orange tones, strong blue and violet nuances, and decorative candles that are permanently displayed are particularly affected.

Why strong colors are particularly sensitive

Bright and intense colors are impressive and create a real eye-catcher. At the same time, these color pigments are often more sensitive to UV radiation than subtle or natural tones. That's why fading is particularly noticeable with striking candle colors.

UV-Guard is the solution for long-lasting candle colors

UV-Guard is a specially developed additive for candle wax that helps protect color pigments from the effects of UV radiation. The goal is to preserve the color intensity of your candles for as long as possible and counteract premature fading.
The additive is suitable for various wax types and can be easily integrated into the manufacturing process.

How to use UV-Guard correctly

For optimal results, an addition amount of 0.2% to a maximum of 0.3% UV-Guard, based on the amount of wax used, is recommended.

Example:

If you process 300 grams of wax, you need:
- 0.6 grams of UV-Guard at 0.2%
- 0.9 grams of UV-Guard at 0.3%

 

For precise dosing, we recommend using a precision scale.
The additive can be added to the liquid wax as the last step before pouring and should be stirred in well.
A great advantage of UV-Guard is that the additive can be easily combined with other candle additives.

This allows you to continue using additives for better surfaces, fragrance stability, or other desired properties.

Conclusion: UV-Guard is simply a must-have for modern candles

If you want to produce high-quality and color-intensive candles, you should not underestimate the importance of UV protection. Especially strong colors can visibly fade over time due to sunlight. With UV-Guard, this effect can be specifically counteracted, so your candles retain their original color longer.

• Helps to reduce the fading of candle colors
• Supports long-lasting color brilliance
• Ideal for strong & vibrant colors
• Easy dosing of only 0.2% to 0.3%
• Can be combined with other candle additives
• With correct dosing, no influence on burning behavior or wax properties
• Suitable for hobby and professional applications