how much scent oil to add to candles

• February 27, 2023

Making your own candles is an exciting and rewarding experience. Not only can you customize your candles to perfectly match whatever design or color theme you’re working with, you can also choose and add your own scent to mix. But there's one question many candle makers have when it comes to scent - how much scent oil should be added to a candle?

Well, answer depends on a few factors. First, consider wax. Different types of wax will hold different amounts of oils, so if you’re not sure, test a small batch of wax with different concentrations and see which result best suits your needs. Generally, a scent load of 6-7% is ideal for most waxes, but this may vary depending on type of wax.

Second, consider scent strength you want to achieve. Stronger scents require a higher amount of oil, while subtler scents require less. We recommend using a scent load of 8-10% for stronger scents and 3-5% for lighter ones. For best results, refer to manufacturer's instructions and follow their suggestions.

The last piece of advice we have is to always test your scents on a small batch of candles first, before moving on to making large batches. That way, you can make sure scent you’re using is right one and that amount you’re adding is correct.

In conclusion, amount of scent oil to add to candles will depend on type of wax used, scent strength you want to achieve, and manufacturer’s suggested amounts. We recommend testing your scents in small batches before committing to larger ones, and keeping a record of results for future reference. Happy candle-making!