# Can I use crayons to color my candles?

> Crayons are not recommended for coloring your candles because they may cause burning issues  The wax and pigments used to make crayons are formulated very diff

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Last updated: 2026-05-01T21:31:34.988Z

Crayons are not recommended for coloring your candles because they may cause burning issues.

The wax and pigments used to make crayons are formulated very differently from the components used for candle making, and are not intended to be burned with a wick. When you add melted crayons to your candle, you may end up with a color you like, but it usually will not burn properly.

If you want to add color to your candles, our [Liquid candle dyes](https://www.candlescience.com/color/liquid-dye/) are a great way to add vivid shades of color to any wax. Liquid dye is perfect for creating custom colors so you can get creative with your candle aesthetics.

You can find more information on candle dyes here: [Create Colorful Candles](https://www.candlescience.com/color/)!