Candles are the easiest and most versatile way to make a living area look and smell great. As the popularity of candle-making has grown these past few years, we have seen more and more people take up the hobby of making their candles at home. However, one challenge often faced by candle makers is how to make their homemade candles smell stronger.
In this blog post, we’ll look at some techniques and tips to help you achieve a stronger scent for your homemade candles.
Use Quality Fragrance Oils
One of the first things you should consider to boost the scent of your homemade candles is to use quality fragrance oils. These oils are specifically designed for candle-making and will usually have a higher concentration of fragrance in them than essential oils. By using fragrance oils, you can ensure that your homemade candles will have a consistent and stronger scent throughout their burning time.
Add Fragrance Oil at the Right Time
When using fragrance oils, timing is crucial in achieving the strongest scent for your homemade candles. It is important to add fragrance oil to the melted wax at the correct temperature. Adding fragrance oils too early or too late can result in the scent being too subtle or fading too quickly. A good rule of thumb is to add the fragrance oil at around 180-185 degrees Fahrenheit.
Experiment with Different Wax Types
Using different types of waxes can also help achieve a stronger scent for your homemade candles. Soy wax is a popular choice as it tends to hold fragrance better than other wax types. Beeswax is also a great option for a strong, natural smell. When mixing wax types, it's essential to understand the compatibility of the two waxes before combining them.
Increase the Fragrance Oil Ratio
Increasing the fragrance oil ratio is also a useful technique in making your homemade candles smell stronger. The recommended fragrance oil to wax ratio is about 6-10% depending on the strength of the oil. However, if your candles' scent still seems too weak, you can add more fragrance oil up to a maximum of 12%. Keep in mind that adding too much fragrance oil can lead to problems such as soot or a shortened shelf life.
Let Your Candles Cure
After pouring your candles, it’s vital to let them cure for a day or two before lighting them. Allowing candles to cure gives the candle time to "set" and the scent time to mature and blend with the wax. Cured candles will burn more evenly, have a stronger scent, and generally better overall performance.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, making homemade candles smell stronger is relatively easy if you have the right techniques and tools. Using quality fragrance oils, adding the fragrance oil at the right temperature, experimenting with different wax types, increasing the fragrance oil ratio, and letting your candles cure are some great techniques to make your homemade candles smell stronger. We hope that you have found this blog post helpful and informative. Happy candle-making!
Jason S
