From Wax to Wellness: How Long Island’s Candle Making Workshops and Babylon’s Soap Classes Ignite Creative Self‑Care.

When I first stepped into Luna Co Soap’s studio on a breezy Saturday morning, the scent of fresh citrus and shea butter wrapped around me like an invitation to a secret garden. The tables were already scattered with jars of melted wax, glimmering essential oils, and rolls of fragrant soap base waiting to be transformed. It was the kind of space where craft meets contemplation, and every participant was there not just to learn a technique, but to rediscover a personal ritual of creation.



In the weeks that followed, I attended three distinct sessions: a candle making workshop Long Island that explored planetary correspondences, a handmade soap class Babylon NY that emphasized skin‑loving botanicals, and a goddess ritual body oil workshop that blended mythic storytelling with aromatherapy. Each class unfolded with its own rhythm, yet they shared a common thread—teaching best practices that empower anyone to craft high‑quality, intention‑filled products at home.



Understanding the Foundations: Why Materials Matter



The first recommendation that emerged across all three events was the importance of sourcing pure, sustainable ingredients. For candle making, Luna Co Soap insists on using 100 % soy wax or a blend of soy and beeswax. These waxes burn cleaner, emit less soot, and release their fragrances more evenly than paraffin alternatives. When I learned to test the wax’s melt point with a simple thermometer, I realized that a stable melt temperature not only prevents tunneling but also preserves the integrity of added essential oils.



In the handmade soap class Babylon NY, the emphasis shifted to the saponification process. High‑quality oils—olive, avocado, and shea—provide a nourishing lather that is gentle on the skin’s barrier.