DIY Natural Massage Candle Workshop

DIY Natural Massage Candle Workshop

with Julia from Ihana Herbal Remedies

Time & Location

22 November 2025, Saturday | 14:00 - 17:00

at The Space, Oliveira do Hospital

Melt into this hands-on workshop and craft your own luxurious massage candle!

Discover how to blend skin-nourishing butters, oils, and essential oils to create warm, aromatic massage candles that delight the senses.

We will explore wax and oil textures, fragrance layering, safe skin application, and the art of slow, sensual burn - leaving you inspired with your very own custom massage candle creations.

Come, have fun and leave with perfect self-care treats, that also hit the score as Christmas gifts. 

What You’ll Take Home

• 2 handmade massage candles

• Printable recipe & guide for future batches

• Knowledge to create your own blends confidently

Included

• All materials & tools

• Guidance from Julia, founder & formulator of Ihana Herbal Remedies

• Ceremonial cacao, healthy snacks & festive vibes

Workshop Content:

Introduction, History

    • Origins of massage candles and aromatic oils

    • How wax, butters, and oils work together for skin-safe massage

    • Showcasing different massage candles

Understanding Massage Candle Composition

    • Wax types, oils, and butters: properties and uses

    • Fragrance layering: top, middle, and base notes for candles

    • Choosing essential oils for their properties and aromas. Skin safety

    • Burn behaviour: controlling melt pool, texture, and temperature

Practical Candle-Making Techniques, Hands-On

    • Oil-to-wax ratios and texture adjustments

    • Blending essential oils for layered scent

    • Pouring and setting.

    • Decorating and personalizing candles

Everyday Rituals & Use

    • Combining aromatherapy and touch

    • Caring for your candle and prolonging usability

Price: €45  Duration: 3 hours

Limited spots available

Reserve your place:

- e-mail: ihana@ihanaremedies.com

- whatsapp: +351-912990260