Each symbolizes an energy, and each has attributes. You can use the planet chart to help plan your spells. There are many kinds of candles, from simple tapers to large 7-Day coach candles and candles shaped like people, animals and things. Simplest of all is to purchase candles whose color corresponds to your need, using the Planetary listings. For spells that require more power, you might want to use a larger candle.
Votive candles can burn much longer than tapers.
They arealso easier to inscribe. Figure candles have specialized uses. Most common are human, skull and cross-shaped candles. Many occult shops have a large array of shaped candles. There are many different blends available.