Paraffin Wax Answers
What is a paraffin wax treatment and what is a french polish?
Q. I got a coupon today at the salon, and I get a free paraffin wax treatment or french polish when I pay for a manicure or pedicure. I want to go get a pedicure next month, so I'm gonna use this coupon, but I don't know what either of these are! Also it says "value to $10". How much do each of these services cost normally?
Asked by jamie68117 - Sun Jul 15 00:41:37 2007 - Other - Beauty & Style - 2 Answers - Comments
A. paraffin wax treatments Treatment using warm paraffin wax is long established. In fact, it has been around since the early 1960's. An efficient way of helping to reduce swelling in joints and connective tissue and soothe the pain from arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis, sprains, joint stiffness and sports related injuries. The treatment also helps to improve circulation. As a beauty treatment, this is a luxurious way of intense mositurising of the hands and feet making them feel refreshed, especially if you have very dry skin - and looking great. This treatment may be usefully combined with an aromatherapy facial. The intensive hand and foot treatment may be especially useful before a big day, such as a wedding or gala evening. The procedure ( [cont.]
Answered by one4zizou - Sun Jul 15 00:59:36 2007
Q. I got a coupon today at the salon, and I get a free paraffin wax treatment or french polish when I pay for a manicure or pedicure. I want to go get a pedicure next month, so I'm gonna use this coupon, but I don't know what either of these are! Also it says "value to $10". How much do each of these services cost normally?
Asked by jamie68117 - Sun Jul 15 00:41:37 2007 - Other - Beauty & Style - 2 Answers - Comments
A. paraffin wax treatments Treatment using warm paraffin wax is long established. In fact, it has been around since the early 1960's. An efficient way of helping to reduce swelling in joints and connective tissue and soothe the pain from arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis, sprains, joint stiffness and sports related injuries. The treatment also helps to improve circulation. As a beauty treatment, this is a luxurious way of intense mositurising of the hands and feet making them feel refreshed, especially if you have very dry skin - and looking great. This treatment may be usefully combined with an aromatherapy facial. The intensive hand and foot treatment may be especially useful before a big day, such as a wedding or gala evening. The procedure ( [cont.]
Answered by one4zizou - Sun Jul 15 00:59:36 2007
Is paraffin wax edible?
Q. I received a recipe for peanut butter balls that included paraffin wax. I didn't know that was edible.
Asked by RT - Fri Aug 4 16:49:29 2006 - Cooking & Recipes - 5 Answers - Comments
A. It is in small amounts. I thought of the same recipe when I read your question, and I have eaten those cookies, but never made them.
Answered by sandand_surf - Fri Aug 4 16:52:50 2006
Q. I received a recipe for peanut butter balls that included paraffin wax. I didn't know that was edible.
Asked by RT - Fri Aug 4 16:49:29 2006 - Cooking & Recipes - 5 Answers - Comments
A. It is in small amounts. I thought of the same recipe when I read your question, and I have eaten those cookies, but never made them.
Answered by sandand_surf - Fri Aug 4 16:52:50 2006
What is Paraffin Wax made out of?
Q. Does anyone out there know what Paraffin Wax is made out of? Please help? Thanks!
Asked by Margaret K - Mon Dec 4 21:46:47 2006 - Chemistry - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Paraffin is the name for the normal/linear group of hydrocarbons called alkanes. The solid forms of paraffin are called paraffin wax. Paraffin wax is a mixture of alkanes with a carbon number more than about 22.It is obtained from crude oil by distillation then purified by solvent refining.
Answered by rahbonzy - Mon Dec 4 22:32:44 2006
Q. Does anyone out there know what Paraffin Wax is made out of? Please help? Thanks!
Asked by Margaret K - Mon Dec 4 21:46:47 2006 - Chemistry - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Paraffin is the name for the normal/linear group of hydrocarbons called alkanes. The solid forms of paraffin are called paraffin wax. Paraffin wax is a mixture of alkanes with a carbon number more than about 22.It is obtained from crude oil by distillation then purified by solvent refining.
Answered by rahbonzy - Mon Dec 4 22:32:44 2006
How do you remove paraffin wax from a sink or drain pipe?
Q. I tried to move my paraffin wax tub, and it fell into the sink and the wax went down the drain before I could plug up this sink. I got the wax out of the sink, but not the drain. Please Help
Asked by nqueen8487 - Sun Apr 22 12:26:39 2007 - Maintenance & Repairs - 2 Answers - Comments
A. take the p-trap off the sink, the little "U" shaped pipe under the cabinet. Chances are any wax that did make it down the drain solidified when it hit the water in the trap.
Answered by Brian M - Sun Apr 22 18:50:53 2007
Q. I tried to move my paraffin wax tub, and it fell into the sink and the wax went down the drain before I could plug up this sink. I got the wax out of the sink, but not the drain. Please Help
Asked by nqueen8487 - Sun Apr 22 12:26:39 2007 - Maintenance & Repairs - 2 Answers - Comments
A. take the p-trap off the sink, the little "U" shaped pipe under the cabinet. Chances are any wax that did make it down the drain solidified when it hit the water in the trap.
Answered by Brian M - Sun Apr 22 18:50:53 2007
Is there a substitute for Paraffin Wax in candy making?
Q. I am going to be making candy for the first time this year as christmas gifts and some of the recipes are calling for paraffin wax, if I can get by without using it I would like to. Any ideas?
Asked by Diana - Tue Nov 18 10:32:47 2008 - Cooking & Recipes - 2 Answers - Comments
A. you can buy candy melts with the wax already in it. Almond Bark brand melting chocolate and wilton's candy melts already have the right amount of wax in them to help them set up.
Answered by babyaust_bri - Tue Nov 18 10:42:30 2008
Q. I am going to be making candy for the first time this year as christmas gifts and some of the recipes are calling for paraffin wax, if I can get by without using it I would like to. Any ideas?
Asked by Diana - Tue Nov 18 10:32:47 2008 - Cooking & Recipes - 2 Answers - Comments
A. you can buy candy melts with the wax already in it. Almond Bark brand melting chocolate and wilton's candy melts already have the right amount of wax in them to help them set up.
Answered by babyaust_bri - Tue Nov 18 10:42:30 2008
Paraffin Wax and White Oil production equipment suppliers?
Q. We are planning to establish a factory for production of Paraffin Wax and White oil. I am looking for equipment suppliers for this production line. we prefer solvent process or sweetening process. Is there any one could tell me reliable supplier for these equipment? I could find one in net searches.
Asked by paraffin wax - Tue Oct 27 08:18:56 2009 - Engineering - 1 Answers - Comments
A. You can find these suppliers from You should also try or
Answered by Kevin - Fri Oct 30 00:30:29 2009
Q. We are planning to establish a factory for production of Paraffin Wax and White oil. I am looking for equipment suppliers for this production line. we prefer solvent process or sweetening process. Is there any one could tell me reliable supplier for these equipment? I could find one in net searches.
Asked by paraffin wax - Tue Oct 27 08:18:56 2009 - Engineering - 1 Answers - Comments
A. You can find these suppliers from You should also try or
Answered by Kevin - Fri Oct 30 00:30:29 2009
How do I use paraffin wax?
Q. For a science experiment, I have to attach a thumbtack to a metal rod using paraffin wax. But I don't even know what paraffin wax IS, let alone how to use it! Is it a solid that I just mold around the ends of the two objects, or do I melt it then drip it on? THANKS!!
Asked by (: Je551e :) - Mon May 24 21:15:36 2010 - Chemistry - 1 Answers - Comments
A. You can get paraffin was for a paraffin bath. In therapy, we use if for patients who have arthritis pain in their hands. The container melts it and then you dip their hands in it about 3 times and wrap them in towels and a plastic bag and sit for about 15 minutes to help with the pain. You would probably do the same to the thumb tack, either dip the thumbtack into the hot wax a few time and then hold it against the metal rod or drip it between them. Safer to dip and hold til dry. It doesn't take long as the air cools it pretty quickly.
Answered by Stephanie F - Mon May 24 21:19:20 2010
Q. For a science experiment, I have to attach a thumbtack to a metal rod using paraffin wax. But I don't even know what paraffin wax IS, let alone how to use it! Is it a solid that I just mold around the ends of the two objects, or do I melt it then drip it on? THANKS!!
Asked by (: Je551e :) - Mon May 24 21:15:36 2010 - Chemistry - 1 Answers - Comments
A. You can get paraffin was for a paraffin bath. In therapy, we use if for patients who have arthritis pain in their hands. The container melts it and then you dip their hands in it about 3 times and wrap them in towels and a plastic bag and sit for about 15 minutes to help with the pain. You would probably do the same to the thumb tack, either dip the thumbtack into the hot wax a few time and then hold it against the metal rod or drip it between them. Safer to dip and hold til dry. It doesn't take long as the air cools it pretty quickly.
Answered by Stephanie F - Mon May 24 21:19:20 2010
What is the purpose pf Paraffin Wax when it comes to home canning?
Q. Is it necessary or is there a reason why I should use it? I am talking about making homemade applesauce, jelly and other food items. I figured it was more of the old fashioned ways of doing things because I found some older Ball Jars in the house. But I purchased the new jars with lids and rings.
Asked by Lois Elliott - Wed Aug 31 09:34:52 2011 - Cooking & Recipes - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Many people think sealing jelly jars with paraffin (baker's wax, canning wax) to be old fashioned. It is still, however, a viable canning method for short time periods. Paraffin sealed jellies should be used within a couple of months. For longer periods, before use of canned goods, the two part method of a metal ring and lid (in a hot canning bath) should be used for safety.
Answered by califgirlinva - Wed Aug 31 11:14:05 2011
Q. Is it necessary or is there a reason why I should use it? I am talking about making homemade applesauce, jelly and other food items. I figured it was more of the old fashioned ways of doing things because I found some older Ball Jars in the house. But I purchased the new jars with lids and rings.
Asked by Lois Elliott - Wed Aug 31 09:34:52 2011 - Cooking & Recipes - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Many people think sealing jelly jars with paraffin (baker's wax, canning wax) to be old fashioned. It is still, however, a viable canning method for short time periods. Paraffin sealed jellies should be used within a couple of months. For longer periods, before use of canned goods, the two part method of a metal ring and lid (in a hot canning bath) should be used for safety.
Answered by califgirlinva - Wed Aug 31 11:14:05 2011
Paraffin Wax???
Q. what is the melting point? what is the 'state of matter' of the wax when it is at the temperature 360 degrees and 200 degrees
Asked by Andrea M - Tue Feb 3 12:30:31 2009 - Chemistry - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Paraffin wax (or simply "paraffin", but see alternative name for kerosene, above) is mostly found as a white, odorless, tasteless, waxy solid, with a typical melting point between about 47 deg C to 64 deg C ( 116.6deg F to 147.2deg F) The state of matter cannot be determined with the information you provided, you must also know the pressure, But assuming it is 1 atm (this is a big assumption that you should never make) the wax is a liquid at both temperatures.
Answered by Ryan C - Tue Feb 3 13:11:32 2009
Q. what is the melting point? what is the 'state of matter' of the wax when it is at the temperature 360 degrees and 200 degrees
Asked by Andrea M - Tue Feb 3 12:30:31 2009 - Chemistry - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Paraffin wax (or simply "paraffin", but see alternative name for kerosene, above) is mostly found as a white, odorless, tasteless, waxy solid, with a typical melting point between about 47 deg C to 64 deg C ( 116.6deg F to 147.2deg F) The state of matter cannot be determined with the information you provided, you must also know the pressure, But assuming it is 1 atm (this is a big assumption that you should never make) the wax is a liquid at both temperatures.
Answered by Ryan C - Tue Feb 3 13:11:32 2009
What's the best organic solvent to remove solidified paraffin wax and stearic acid from glass?
Q. I'm measuring viscosity of molten ceramic slurries of paraffin wax and stearic acid. It can make quite a mess, and I need some kind of organic solvent to remove the bits have leaked out and cool down and solidify on the machine. Scraping it off works, but it leaves smears. Can anyone recommend an organic solvent? The slurries are are non-polar, so I'm assuming I'll need a non-polar solvent. Something simple that I can "borrow" from the Chemistry lab (preferably in a squeezie bottle... you know how the common organic solvents are usually in them like Acetone and IPA...) Acetone doesn't work... Toluene? Heptane?
Asked by Leeenda - Thu Aug 23 03:33:26 2007 - Chemistry - 2 Answers - Comments
A. well go to an auto parts store and get brake cleaner. It is usually a combination of toluene, hexane, and xylene packed in a oh so convenient spray can. It will pretty much dissolve anything that is organic. Keep it off your hands, it will strip you hands of your oils and you will get dry skin. And try not to breathe a lot of it either. It will also take a little wiping since the chains that you are talking about are so long. This way you won't have to "borrow"
Answered by Corey the Cosmonaut - Thu Aug 23 18:59:38 2007
Q. I'm measuring viscosity of molten ceramic slurries of paraffin wax and stearic acid. It can make quite a mess, and I need some kind of organic solvent to remove the bits have leaked out and cool down and solidify on the machine. Scraping it off works, but it leaves smears. Can anyone recommend an organic solvent? The slurries are are non-polar, so I'm assuming I'll need a non-polar solvent. Something simple that I can "borrow" from the Chemistry lab (preferably in a squeezie bottle... you know how the common organic solvents are usually in them like Acetone and IPA...) Acetone doesn't work... Toluene? Heptane?
Asked by Leeenda - Thu Aug 23 03:33:26 2007 - Chemistry - 2 Answers - Comments
A. well go to an auto parts store and get brake cleaner. It is usually a combination of toluene, hexane, and xylene packed in a oh so convenient spray can. It will pretty much dissolve anything that is organic. Keep it off your hands, it will strip you hands of your oils and you will get dry skin. And try not to breathe a lot of it either. It will also take a little wiping since the chains that you are talking about are so long. This way you won't have to "borrow"
Answered by Corey the Cosmonaut - Thu Aug 23 18:59:38 2007
Can you use paraffin wax on dreadlocks?
Q. I don't have any money to go get dreading wax and plus my car is broke down. And I was told that you cannot use candle wax because of the stuff they put in them when they make them. But I have some pure paraffin wax can I use that? Or does asnyone know of any sites that offer free samples of dreading products?
Asked by sweetheartdagger - Thu Sep 20 17:15:09 2007 - Hair - 2 Answers - Comments
A. wooaahh check out www.knottylocks.tk i dont use any wax at all
Answered by hubadibub - Sun Sep 23 07:19:15 2007
Q. I don't have any money to go get dreading wax and plus my car is broke down. And I was told that you cannot use candle wax because of the stuff they put in them when they make them. But I have some pure paraffin wax can I use that? Or does asnyone know of any sites that offer free samples of dreading products?
Asked by sweetheartdagger - Thu Sep 20 17:15:09 2007 - Hair - 2 Answers - Comments
A. wooaahh check out www.knottylocks.tk i dont use any wax at all
Answered by hubadibub - Sun Sep 23 07:19:15 2007
Why is it important to learn about the melting and freezing point of paraffin wax?
Q. I am doing a lab report for science , and our lab was to figure out the melting and freezing point of paraffin wax. The question asks how it is important to know, and i don't know an answer to that. can someone help?
Asked by Punx Rox - Wed Apr 16 22:49:32 2008 - Chemistry - 1 Answers - Comments
A. Hm. What if you were a candlemaker? Or maybe it's important to know so that you will get a good grade on your lab. Sorry about that last, I couldn't resist! Good luck.
Answered by ND DVM - Thu Apr 17 15:22:52 2008
Q. I am doing a lab report for science , and our lab was to figure out the melting and freezing point of paraffin wax. The question asks how it is important to know, and i don't know an answer to that. can someone help?
Asked by Punx Rox - Wed Apr 16 22:49:32 2008 - Chemistry - 1 Answers - Comments
A. Hm. What if you were a candlemaker? Or maybe it's important to know so that you will get a good grade on your lab. Sorry about that last, I couldn't resist! Good luck.
Answered by ND DVM - Thu Apr 17 15:22:52 2008
Where can I buy blended paraffin wax cheap?
Q. I want to make home made scented candles and have checked e Bay, Amazon, Biz Rate, and many individual websites and the prices are outrageous. Where can I buy blended paraffin wax and get a 10-12 pound slab for about $10 to $12? The shipping charges cost as much as the wax and make it cost prohibitive. If I could get it cheaper than $10, I would like it even better. Thanks.
Asked by j10jan - Mon Sep 12 17:36:10 2011 - Cleaning & Laundry - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Plain paraffin can be found in any supermarket in the canning section, beeswax from any hardware store (cheap wax toilet ring). Can you add your own scents?
Answered by - Mon Sep 12 21:41:45 2011
Q. I want to make home made scented candles and have checked e Bay, Amazon, Biz Rate, and many individual websites and the prices are outrageous. Where can I buy blended paraffin wax and get a 10-12 pound slab for about $10 to $12? The shipping charges cost as much as the wax and make it cost prohibitive. If I could get it cheaper than $10, I would like it even better. Thanks.
Asked by j10jan - Mon Sep 12 17:36:10 2011 - Cleaning & Laundry - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Plain paraffin can be found in any supermarket in the canning section, beeswax from any hardware store (cheap wax toilet ring). Can you add your own scents?
Answered by - Mon Sep 12 21:41:45 2011
How is paraffin wax removed from a tissue sample?
Q. Which steps are involved in the removal of the paraffin wax and hydration of the specimen?
Asked by Linlou - Thu May 1 07:17:55 2008 - Medicine - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Are you talking about tissue specimens cut with a microtome for microscopic examination? A progression of solvents are used such as xylol (xylene) followed by varying concentrations of alcohol. Xylol is not miscible in water, so it is removed with absolute alcohol, then 95% alcohol, then 70% alcohol, then water.
Answered by greydoc6 - Thu May 1 09:16:42 2008
Q. Which steps are involved in the removal of the paraffin wax and hydration of the specimen?
Asked by Linlou - Thu May 1 07:17:55 2008 - Medicine - 2 Answers - Comments
A. Are you talking about tissue specimens cut with a microtome for microscopic examination? A progression of solvents are used such as xylol (xylene) followed by varying concentrations of alcohol. Xylol is not miscible in water, so it is removed with absolute alcohol, then 95% alcohol, then 70% alcohol, then water.
Answered by greydoc6 - Thu May 1 09:16:42 2008
I got a sunburn on a hand that I had 3rd degree burns on years ago, will a paraffin wax dip help or hurt?
Q. I've never had a paraffin wax hand dip before. Will this moisturize the skin or peel away more layers of the skin (which I don't want)?
Asked by a_lamb79 - Mon Jul 7 15:59:27 2008 - Skin Conditions - 2 Answers - Comments
A. This is a bad idea for 2 reasons: 1) You don't want to aggravate a sunburn with more heat, and 2) When the wax is peeled away, it will slough off some of the skin...that's part of why it makes your skin so soft. I would stick to aloe vera or a good hand cream/body butter (preferrably unscented) to keep it moisturized and allow a few weeks before using the paraffin. FYI, Mederma is used for the fading of scars, not for treating burns.
Answered by Glock Girl - Tue Jul 15 04:18:11 2008
Q. I've never had a paraffin wax hand dip before. Will this moisturize the skin or peel away more layers of the skin (which I don't want)?
Asked by a_lamb79 - Mon Jul 7 15:59:27 2008 - Skin Conditions - 2 Answers - Comments
A. This is a bad idea for 2 reasons: 1) You don't want to aggravate a sunburn with more heat, and 2) When the wax is peeled away, it will slough off some of the skin...that's part of why it makes your skin so soft. I would stick to aloe vera or a good hand cream/body butter (preferrably unscented) to keep it moisturized and allow a few weeks before using the paraffin. FYI, Mederma is used for the fading of scars, not for treating burns.
Answered by Glock Girl - Tue Jul 15 04:18:11 2008
What is the biggest ball of paraffin wax?
Q. My mom likes to do paraffin wax therapy and i do that sometimes with her and every time i do i make this ball out of the wax and today I suddenly wondered "what IS the biggest ball made out of paraffin wax?" So yeah... I tried google but that didn't help so anyone knows? I'm pretty interested in finding out.
Asked by koolio - Sun Sep 5 14:49:47 2010 - Other - Science - 1 Answers - Comments
A. If the wax is commercially kept in large containers, I"d guess the largest container has the largest "ball". I don't know this info, but it should be available.
Answered by barrowboy - Wed Sep 8 16:32:56 2010
Q. My mom likes to do paraffin wax therapy and i do that sometimes with her and every time i do i make this ball out of the wax and today I suddenly wondered "what IS the biggest ball made out of paraffin wax?" So yeah... I tried google but that didn't help so anyone knows? I'm pretty interested in finding out.
Asked by koolio - Sun Sep 5 14:49:47 2010 - Other - Science - 1 Answers - Comments
A. If the wax is commercially kept in large containers, I"d guess the largest container has the largest "ball". I don't know this info, but it should be available.
Answered by barrowboy - Wed Sep 8 16:32:56 2010
How do I get the paraffin wax to cool without going solid in my paraffin wax bath?
Q. I have bought a paraffin wax bath with three settings solid, warm & melt. I set it to melt to melt the wax!! then turn it to warm for an hour to allow it to cool down enough to put my hands or feet in. During that time the wax starts to go solidify and then if I put my hand in the wax is really really hot underneath the solid layer. In order to melt the wax again I alter the setting to melt but the wax does melt but is then too hot. Any ideas would be apprecitated. Thanks
Asked by ElleB - Mon Jul 24 09:43:42 2006 - Skin Conditions - 5 Answers - Comments
A. Try going warm before you go to melt mode to soften the wax up, then melt, then back warm. Also, when you go back to warm, stir the wax a bit to mix it up...its normal for things to want to harden at the top because its exposed to the cool air. Good luck! Hope it works.
Answered by Girl - Mon Jul 24 09:46:17 2006
Q. I have bought a paraffin wax bath with three settings solid, warm & melt. I set it to melt to melt the wax!! then turn it to warm for an hour to allow it to cool down enough to put my hands or feet in. During that time the wax starts to go solidify and then if I put my hand in the wax is really really hot underneath the solid layer. In order to melt the wax again I alter the setting to melt but the wax does melt but is then too hot. Any ideas would be apprecitated. Thanks
Asked by ElleB - Mon Jul 24 09:43:42 2006 - Skin Conditions - 5 Answers - Comments
A. Try going warm before you go to melt mode to soften the wax up, then melt, then back warm. Also, when you go back to warm, stir the wax a bit to mix it up...its normal for things to want to harden at the top because its exposed to the cool air. Good luck! Hope it works.
Answered by Girl - Mon Jul 24 09:46:17 2006
Has anyone ever used gulf wax in a paraffin hand spa?
Q. Its not quite as expensive as paraffin wax.
Asked by Gerri M - Sat Nov 29 14:12:22 2008 - Alternative Medicine - 1 Answers - Comments
A. it would be fine. You could add a touch of essential oil to help with germs. Always wash hands first. when I am cleaning the coffee grounds..I take a tiny bit, rub gently with olive oil or dish soap and rinse. This exfoliates.
Answered by Foxes - Sat Nov 29 15:16:31 2008
Q. Its not quite as expensive as paraffin wax.
Asked by Gerri M - Sat Nov 29 14:12:22 2008 - Alternative Medicine - 1 Answers - Comments
A. it would be fine. You could add a touch of essential oil to help with germs. Always wash hands first. when I am cleaning the coffee grounds..I take a tiny bit, rub gently with olive oil or dish soap and rinse. This exfoliates.
Answered by Foxes - Sat Nov 29 15:16:31 2008
how to use paraffin wax?
Q. I am canning/preserving jam, I can not get rubber seals for the type of mason jars i have, can I use paraffin wax to seal jelly and then just put the lids on without the rubberseals? If so, how is it done? Thanks
Asked by jamie m - Sun Apr 1 12:53:08 2007 - Cooking & Recipes - 6 Answers - Comments
A. Make sure that you are using the correct amounts of sugar and pectin for your jams and jellies. Very important that you boil all of your jars and containers to have them as sterile as you can, and boil the jams and jellies for the correct times. Heat the wax in the top of a double boiler, so it melts but doesn't get too hot as it can burn. When your jams and jellies are in their containers and have settled down with no air bubbles, then you pour the melted wax on top, very carefully and be sure to have about a third of an inch of wax covering. Put on the tops, and all should be well. If there is a mold growth, just take a spoon and scoop it off the top, it is clean the rest of the way down and everything will be ok. Been there done that,… [cont.]
Answered by tylernmi - Sun Apr 1 13:07:38 2007
Q. I am canning/preserving jam, I can not get rubber seals for the type of mason jars i have, can I use paraffin wax to seal jelly and then just put the lids on without the rubberseals? If so, how is it done? Thanks
Asked by jamie m - Sun Apr 1 12:53:08 2007 - Cooking & Recipes - 6 Answers - Comments
A. Make sure that you are using the correct amounts of sugar and pectin for your jams and jellies. Very important that you boil all of your jars and containers to have them as sterile as you can, and boil the jams and jellies for the correct times. Heat the wax in the top of a double boiler, so it melts but doesn't get too hot as it can burn. When your jams and jellies are in their containers and have settled down with no air bubbles, then you pour the melted wax on top, very carefully and be sure to have about a third of an inch of wax covering. Put on the tops, and all should be well. If there is a mold growth, just take a spoon and scoop it off the top, it is clean the rest of the way down and everything will be ok. Been there done that,… [cont.]
Answered by tylernmi - Sun Apr 1 13:07:38 2007
Will paraffin wax mess up polished nails?
Q. My mom let me borrow her paraffin wax therma-spa treatment tub and i was going to have my girlfriend use it later today. but she just painted her nails so will the paraffin wax treatment mess up her polish on her nails?
Asked by Anonymous - Sat Aug 14 14:23:58 2010 - Other - Beauty & Style - 1 Answers - Comments
A. Depends on what kind of polish it is. If she got it done at the salon whether paint on her actual nail or acrylics then probably no. If she did it herself with high quality polish, also probably no. If she used a cheap polish then it could.
Answered by M4ri - Tue Aug 17 02:19:05 2010
Q. My mom let me borrow her paraffin wax therma-spa treatment tub and i was going to have my girlfriend use it later today. but she just painted her nails so will the paraffin wax treatment mess up her polish on her nails?
Asked by Anonymous - Sat Aug 14 14:23:58 2010 - Other - Beauty & Style - 1 Answers - Comments
A. Depends on what kind of polish it is. If she got it done at the salon whether paint on her actual nail or acrylics then probably no. If she did it herself with high quality polish, also probably no. If she used a cheap polish then it could.
Answered by M4ri - Tue Aug 17 02:19:05 2010
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