Wax based pencils- A wax core is very common in coloured pencils. They’re often cheaper and can develop a ‘wax bloom’ over time (a milky film). However, they are mostly soft, rich in pigment and blend well. 

There are numerous brands on the market, including – Prismacolor Premier (which I have a large set of and is my favourite colouring medium) and  Staedtler Ergosoft.

Premier - 36 pack
Prismacolor Premier Soft Core Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, 36ct.
$29.49
  • Soft, thick cores are perfect for shading and shadows
  • Ultra-smooth, even color laydo...
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Premier - 150 pack
Prismacolor Colored Pencils Art Kit Artist Premier Wooden Soft Core Pencils 150 ct. with Pencil Sharpener [151 pc. Set]
  • PrismaColor Premier Colored Pencils - Soft Core - 150-Count Assorted Colors with KUM Magnesi...
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For Kids
Staedtler Colored Pencils, Triangular Barrel, 4mm, 72 Pieces (1278CM72A6)
$20.42
  • 72 Colored Pencils
  • Ergonomic triangular barrel
  • 4mm line width

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Great for Kids!
STAEDTLER Ergosoft 157 SB12, Box of 12 Assorted Colours
$20.80
  • Assorted coloured pencils with triangular design, suitable for writing, coloring and drawing...
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Waxed Pencils - 36 Set
Staedtler 157 M36 Ergosoft Triangular Colouring Pencils - Assorted Colours (Tin of 36 Pencils)
$38.00
  • slim coloured pencil for all age groups
  • Anti-Break System (ABS) for uninterrupted cr...
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