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How to Apply Cutting Board Oil and Board Cream
Once your cutting board is thoroughly dry, apply the oil directly onto the surface of the board. Be generous with the application, especially if the wood is dry or you just purchased the cutting board or butcher block. You want the surface to be dripping wet on all sides and we recommend using a small bar towel or new paint brush to spread the oil (try not to soak up the oil), as using your hands may lead to accidental splinters. Most importantly, let the oil soak into the cutting board for as long as possible, at least a few hours or overnight if possible.
To apply board cream, wait until the board is dry after washing or oiling, then apply a small amount of cream onto the board. Using a soft cloth, buff the cream/wax into the wood in a circular pattern, forming a thin coat. Repeat over the entire surface of the board and especially the sides. It's not necessary to let the wax soak into the board.
We recommended you oil your cutting board every month or when dry to the touch. Board cream should be applied at the same time as oiling.
*John Boos & Co. will void warranties on boards that are not properly maintained or oiled each month.
Types of Wax Used
First of all, there is soft and hard wax. "Soft wax requires a paper-like strip to be placed on top of the wax to remove it, Petak explains. Because of this, stray hair can be left behind. Still, the method might be beneficial to people with fine hair. On the other hand, hard wax hardens enough on its own to not need this paper strip. "It adheres to the hair, says Petak. "It’s often said that hard wax is a much less painful experience than soft wax for all parts of the body." Pain, however, is subjective, and some experts say hard wax tends to be less painful.
While every waxing studio will have its own steps, most places will follow these steps:
- Cleanse the Skin: Once you are comfortable on the bed, the wax specialist will ensure you are in a comfortable position and begin the cleansing process to remove any lotions, soap residue, sebum, and other impurities from the skin.
- Create a Protective Barrier: The next step is to apply an oil to create a protective barrier on the skin to ensure the wax only sticks to the hair and not your skin.
- Preparing the Wax While Consulting: While your waxer prepares the wax strips and/or warms the wax, you'll have a few minutes to discuss your wishes and ask any questions about the process.
- Hair Removal: Once the wax is ready, your esthetician will begin actually waxing you by applying either wax strips or warmed, hard wax to your skin. They'll then remove the wax strips in quick motions, which is what actually removes the hair. As the waxing continues, you should feel free to let your esthetician know if you'd like a break (or want to stop altogether) or if anything feels wrong. For a bikini wax, the actual waxing process will take about 15 minutes.
- Rejuvenate the Skin: Once the waxing is complete, your esthetician will apply a rejuvenating, moisturizing product to the freshly-waxed skin. It's usually a soothing, cooling gel texture that feels amazing.
How long should you cure wax melts for?
We now know that you will get the best possible scent throw from your wax melts if you allow them to cure.
However what is the ideal amount of time that you should leave them curing for?
Well the answer to that question is dependant on the type of wax that you have used to make your wax melts. Each type of wax has a different structure and properties.
Here is a list of the curing times for the most popular wax types used in making wax melts.
- Paraffin wax: wax melt curing time 2-3 days.
- Soy wax: wax melt curing time 10-14 days.
- Soy wax blend: wax melt curing time 7-10 days.
- Beeswax: wax melt curing time 7-10 days.
I know it seems like torture having to let your fresh wax melts cure for such long periods of time but trust me it will be totally worth it.
Clamshell wax melts and tarts are perfect for letting your wax melts cure successfully.
A Helpful Guide To Curing Wax Melts And Tarts. (Really Helpful)
The wax melt industry is at an all time high as so many people have started at home businesses during worldwide lockdowns. With this there are many who have questions as they strive to make their wax melts the best out there.
One such question that I hear regularly from people who are new to making wax melts and tarts is:
“Do wax melts need to cure?”
As I am sure many of you are aware scented candles need time to cure but is it the same for wax melts and tarts?
Well this helpful guide is going to give you all of the information that you need to get your wax melts and business off to a flying start!
So without further ado let’s get into this.
Curing your wax melts is an essential step to get the best scent throw. I let these strawberry Soy wax Melts cure for 14 days.
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Final thoughts on curing wax melts.
Hopefully after reading this article you will have realised the importance of curing your wax melts. If not just give it a try with your next batch and test your standard melts against your cured melts and see the difference for yourself.
I really hope that you have enjoyed reading.
Hi, I'm Andy and that is my beautiful wife and business partner in the photo with me. I’m a married father of two and for the past 5 years me and my wife have loved scented candles, wax melts and all things that make our home smell divine.
I started Scents and Aroma as a way to share my knowledge from owning a candle, wax melt, diffuser and bath bomb business so that you can make your home smell lovely too.
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