Just got this little warmer and am using it with the recommended small can of wax. If the wax is really thick on the stick, is the wax not hot enough?
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If the wax is really thick then it needs more time. I find when I start to melt the wax, I turn the wax warmer onto high and then lower it when ready to use. Make sure you blow on the wax and that it is not too hot. I hope this helps.
2005195
I leave my unit on all the time so the wax stays warm and melted. It's been on on for years with no problems.
1784017
It goes from room temp (about 25C) to 66C to melt all the wax. Then you need to reset it for a comfortable temperature (51-54C). It does go up in increments of 1C, but you can only set the end point temperatures.
2111160
It does get fairly warm but, try holding a little lower than where the plates end towards the handle. You'll have just as much control and won't get burned. Remember, it's a pro-tool so it does get considerably hot, so be cautious in handling it either way.
922645
Yes. Strange enough, I purchased a candle warmer and it does heat the wax. Keep in mind that it may take up to 45 minutes to completely warm up but it does get the job done.
2206652
The wax itself doesn't really drip much if its warm, but it will drip if it is too hot and you probably shouldn't apply it you'll burn your skin. The wax should glob like a ball on the wooden spatula before applying it. I sit down when i apply it, its more comfortable than standing at least for me it is. Hope this helped! :D
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It's not safe to leave it on all of the time. I imagine it could be a fire hazard or the plastic could melt. The wax can turn into a solid when it is turned off and be reheated when turned on to be reused whenever you like. There is no reason to leave it on.
106103
I don't know , I do not own a wax warmer but if you are going to do that be very careful because it heats up in very little time, you don't want to over heated and burn yourself. Best of luck
455167
I use the other GiGi waxes with a little warmer made for candles. It is just a warming base and it fits the bottom of the tin jar perfectly. They have them at walmart. It looks like a little warming disk for coffee mugs. I've seen them sold for office/desk use. Going to get the warmer this week only b/c I want it all contained and it will probably heat up much faster. Only used it this way b/c I wasn't sure I would want to continue after my first time. Bought it, got it home and realized I needed a good way to keep it warm while working with it. If you have a walmart, go try one, it sells for less than 5.00. I use the other GiGi waxes with a little warmer made for candles. It is just a warming base and it fits the bottom of the tin jar perfectly. They have them at walmart. It looks like a little warming disk for coffee mugs. I've seen them sold for office/desk use. Going to get the warmer this week only b/c I want it all contained and it will probably heat up much faster. Only used it this way b/c I wasn't sure I would want to continue after my first time. Bought it, got it home and realized I needed a good way to keep it warm while working with it. If you have a walmart, go try one, it sells... » Read More I use the other GiGi waxes with a little warmer made for candles. It is just a warming base and it fits the bottom of the tin jar perfectly. They have them at walmart. It looks like a little warming disk for coffee mugs. I've seen them sold for office/desk use. Going to get the warmer this week only b/c I want it all contained and it will probably heat up much faster. Only used it this way b/c I wasn't sure I would want to continue after my first time. Bought it, got it home and realized I needed a good way to keep it warm while working with it. If you have a walmart, go try one, it sells for less than 5.00. « Show Less
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I would be careful put wax in the microwave it might get to hot. not that much just take your sent cub dip it a few times in your wax and see if it to your liking are not.
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Hello can you recommend what type of wax warmer to use for this type of wax?
2077026
As there aren't any controls for the heating temperature, I wouldn't use it for melting wax for craft purposes. I'm not a crafter but I wouldn't trust it.
816101
Yes. That's exactly what I did. I like Epillys wax & I just heated it up & poured it in. I really like it. The wax never gets too hot either.
2266552
Hey...same thing happened to me. Shake it to 'fluff up' the down. Puff it w your hand too. I did that for about 10 min. Mine ended up expanding. Mine is actually too warm for me. I have to run the heat down 4-5 degrees more than I used to.. but then I don't want to get out of bed in the am. Good luck w it...should be fine.Morrison
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Upon arrival of mine, the wax in the bottom was like a "Hockey Puck". I plugged the lamp in and within 4 hours the wax had melted and everything seemed to working perfectly. If your wax never melted, I think you should contact your place of purchase.
495136
Putting the correct amount of wax in the wax holder should prevent dripping. I have had no experience with the wax burning.
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I would not recommend that you pour wax directly into this warmer. I would suggest you purchase a can of wax that normally is used with this warmer and when that can is empty you could refill the can. Hope that helps.