# Can I use mica in candles?

> We dont recommend using mica in candles While it can be aesthetically pleasing the powder can clog the wick as the candle burns  We test all of our candles 

Source: https://support.candlescience.com/en_us/can-i-use-mica-in-candles-SymCPOGAbe

Last updated: 2026-05-01T18:59:35.053Z

We don't recommend using mica in candles. While it can be aesthetically pleasing, the powder can clog the wick as the candle burns.

We test all of our candles with wicks made from cotton and paper, so we cannot offer recommendations based on other types of wicks such as wooden or zinc core wicks.