Back to Wicks Top Basic Additive Questions: What is Vybar?
• Vybar is an additive that increases the opacity and oil retention of your wax. Its normally sold in pellet form and there are different types depending on what the application of the additive is. • Vybar 103 is a high melt point vybar it will increase the opacity of your wax and lock in scent and color. Typically 103 is used in Pillar/Cut and Curl/Hurricane waxes. Normal usage is 1 teaspoon-1 tablespoon per pound of wax. • Vybar 260 is a lower melt point vybar also used to increase the opacity and the hardness of your wax to lock in oil and color. Typically used in votive and container waxes. Normal usage is 1 teaspoon-1 tablespoon per pound of wax. • Because Vybar reduces mottling in candles, it is a common additive in blended waxes. If you are looking to mottle your pillar candles, make sure your wax does not include Vybar. • Overuse of Vybar will reduce scent throw, so be sure to test before you add it to your line.
