Let's pull back the curtain and see what goes into our favorite sweets, from classic candies to sugary snacks. You'll find some surprising ingredients are used.

Step 2: Test the shellac on a piece of scrap wood. Because shellac dries quickly, allowing no time to smooth out drips, it’s wise to test the consistency you’ll be working with before applying ...

Shellac, a natural resin secreted by the lac insect, has long been valued for its exceptional film-forming capabilities, biodegradability and non-toxic nature. Recent advancements have extended ...