Candle Fragrance: How Much Should You Use?

When making candles, it's important to get the right balance of fragrance to ensure your candle has the right scent throw. The industry standard is 0.5 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax, but this can be increased to 1 ounce for double-scenting and 1.5 ounces for triple-scenting. However, some waxes are not designed to hold more than 1 ounce of fragrance per pound. For a more subtle scent, you can use as little as 6% fragrance oil, while some waxes can take up to 12% for a very strong scent throw.

The industry standard is 0.5 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax

The industry standard for candle-making is 0.5 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax. This is a good starting point for beginners, but it's important to note that the amount of fragrance you use can vary depending on your desired scent throw and the type of wax you're using. For example, if you want a subtle scent, you can use as little as 6% fragrance oil, while some blended waxes like coconut soy wax can take up to 12% fragrance load for a very strong scent.

When measuring your fragrance oil, it's recommended to use weight (grams) rather than volume (ml) to ensure accuracy, as many fragrances have different densities. This will help you achieve the correct wax-to-fragrance-oil ratio and prevent miscalculations.

If you're using a 100g candle, for instance, 90g should be wax, and 10g would be your fragrance oil. However, you can also double-scent your candles by using 1 ounce of fragrance per pound of wax or even triple-scent them with 1.5 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax. Just make sure to confirm that the wax you're using can hold that much fragrance, as some waxes are not designed to hold more than 1 ounce per pound.

Remember to always refer to the recommended maximum usage levels provided by your wax supplier to ensure the best results and avoid any issues.

For a subtle scent, use 6% fragrance oil

If you want a subtle scent, you should use 6% fragrance oil. This is measured in weight (grams) rather than volume (ml) to ensure an accurate wax to fragrance oil ratio. For example, if your candle is 100g in total, 90g should be wax and 10g should be fragrance oil.

The industry standard is 0.5 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax. This can be increased to 1 ounce for double-scenting and 1.5 ounces for triple-scenting. However, some waxes are not designed to hold more than 1 ounce of fragrance per pound.

The recommended fragrance load for a soy wax candle is between 5% and 10% of the weight of the wax. Coconut soy wax can usually take up to 12% fragrance load.

The recommended fragrance load for soy wax candles is 5-10%

The industry standard is considered 0.5 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax. This can be increased to 1 ounce of fragrance per pound of wax for double-scenting and 1.5 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax for triple-scenting.

Some fragrances have different densities, which can cause miscalculations. It is therefore recommended to measure fragrance oil in weight (grams) rather than volume (ml) to ensure an accurate wax-to-fragrance-oil ratio.

For a coconut soy wax candle, the fragrance load can be increased to 12% for a very strong scent throw.

Some waxes can't hold more than 1 ounce of fragrance per pound

The industry standard is 0.5 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax. However, some waxes are not designed to hold more than 1 ounce of fragrance per pound. This means that if you are using a wax that cannot hold more than 1 ounce of fragrance per pound, you will not be able to create a strongly scented candle. For example, if you are making a 100g candle, 90g of this will be wax and 10g will be fragrance oil. If you are using a wax that can only hold 1 ounce of fragrance per pound, your candle will have a subtle scent.

The recommended fragrance load for a soy wax candle is generally between 5% to 10% of the weight of the wax used in the candle. Blended waxes like coconut soy wax can usually take up to 12% fragrance load. If you are using a wax that can only hold 1 ounce of fragrance per pound, you will need to use a wax that can hold more fragrance, such as coconut soy wax, to create a strongly scented candle.

It is important to confirm the wax you are using will hold the desired amount of fragrance. Some suppliers only sell fragrance oils in 30ml bottles, which is not enough to make high-quality candles. You should normally buy fragrance oils in quantities of 16oz bottles or more.

Many fragrances have different densities, so measure in grams not ml

The industry standard for candle fragrance is 0.5 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax. However, this can vary depending on the type of wax and the desired strength of the scent. For example, the recommended fragrance load for a soy wax candle is between 5% and 10% of the weight of the wax, while coconut soy wax can usually take up to 12%.

When measuring fragrance oil, it is important to consider the density of the oil. Many fragrances have different densities, with some being thicker than others. This can cause miscalculations if you measure in volume (ml) rather than weight (grams). For example, if your candle is 100g in total, 90g should be wax and 10g fragrance oil. Measuring in grams will result in a more accurate wax-to-fragrance-oil ratio.

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