what is the best kind of wax to make candles
1 Beeswax, soy wax, palm wax, gels, and synthesized waxes are also used in candle-making for the U.S. market, as are blends of waxes. 2  Waxes burn with a yellow flame due to the presence of carbon. 3  No specific type of wax or wax blend is considered âbestâ for candlemaking.