Createx Candy₂O Tutorial | Candy Paint Basics, Mixing Tips & Pigment vs Dye Explained

In this Createx Candy₂O tutorial, I break down everything you need to know about using Candy₂O paints — from how to mix and reduce them properly to how to spray and layer for that deep, glassy candy finish.

You’ll see step-by-step how Candy₂O behaves over black and white artwork, how to control transparency and tone, and the difference between pigment-based and dye-based candy colors — and why that matters for your results.

This guide is perfect for anyone wanting to master Candy₂O, whether you’re airbrushing t-shirts, custom panels, or graphics. Learn how to get consistent, pro-quality results without relying on metallic basecoats.

🎨 Topics Covered:

Candy₂O mixing and reduction ratios

How pigment vs dye candy paints behave

Spraying and layering techniques

Avoiding common Candy₂O mistakes

Applying Candy₂O over artwork

🖌️ Products Used:

Createx Candy₂O colors

Wicked Detail paints

Iwata HP-CS & HP-TH airbrushes

Createx 4011 Reducer, 4030 Intercoat, 4040 Bleed Checker

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