Introduction
The smell of a candle burning brings up memories of special moments and has the power to create a sense of calm and peace. When choosing a scent for candle making, it is important to evaluate which aroma will make your experience the best possible. With so many fragrances available, it can be difficult to decide on the best choice for your candle creation. Some scents are more commonly used for candles than others and provide a reliable base note that draws people in with their familiar aroma. Popular choices include cinnamon, lavender, rosemary, jasmine, orange blossom and sandalwood. These scents are well-known favorites that evoke pleasant memories while filling a room with an uplifting fragrance.
Different Scents for Candle Making
The most popular scents to use in candle making are typically floral, woody, and spicy scents. Some of the most common floral scents are jasmine, rose, lavender and lilac. For a woody scent, consider classic favorites like cedarwood, sandalwood, patchouli and eucalyptus. Spicy fragrances such as clove bud, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger root can provide a warming touch to your candles. Combining these base notes with complementary middle notes like bergamot and cardamom can create unique and beautiful scent combinations that beautifully fill the room with an enchanting atmosphere. Alternatively, you can also try mixing essential oils into your wax to create your own signature scent! Popular essential oil combinations include grapefruit and peppermint; lavender, Ylang Ylang and Copaiba; or bergamot and geranium.
Popular Scents for Candle Making
Lavender: Lavender is a popular scent for candles because of its calming and soothing qualities. Its pleasing floral aroma has long been associated with relaxation, therefore making it a great choice for people who want to unwind and destress.
Vanilla: Vanilla is also a very popular scent for candle making due to its sweetness and warmth. It creates a cozy atmosphere in any home, making it perfect for any time of year.
Peppermint: Peppermint is an invigorating scent that provides a refreshing pick-me-up when burned in candles. The herb has a strong, sweet smell that can make any space feel energized and alive.
Cinnamon: Cinnamon’s spicy aroma stimulates the senses and gives any room a comforting, homey feeling. This particular spice can be used as an uplifting pick-me-up or as part of an inviting ambiance intended to soothe the mind and soul on cold winter evenings.
Seasonal Scents for Candle Making
Spring: Floral Combinations such as Lavender, Rose or Jasmine; Fruity Combinations such as Grapefruit and Sweet Orange or Lemon Verbena and Sage; Aquatic Combinations such as Sea Salt and Sage or Ocean Mist and Driftwood.
Summer: Citrus Combinations such as Lime, Lemon and Bergamot; Tropical Fruit Combinations such as Coconut, Pineapple and Mango; Fresh Herb Combinations such as Basil, Eucalyptus and Spearmint.
Fall: Spicy fragrances such as Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Clove; Woody Scents like Cedarwood, Sandalwood or Birch Tar; Vanilla scented candles including Vanilla Beans or French Vanilla.
Winter: Minty fragrances including Peppermint, Spearmint or Wintergreen; Cranberry & Pomegranate scented candles; Mulled Spice fragrance combinations with hints of Apple Cider, Clove, Cinnamon sticks or Gingerbread.
Tips for Choosing the Best Scent for Candle Making
Popular Scent Combinations for Candle Making:
-Lavender and Vanilla
-Cinnamon and Spice
-Orange and Clove
-Jasmine and Lemon
-Mint and Eucalyptus
-Rose and Sandalwood
-Pineapple and Coconut
-Strawberry and Chocolate
-Vanilla and Coconut
-Apple Cinnamon
-Pumpkin Spice
Conclusion
To create a signature scent for your candle making, it is important to combine a few different scents in order to get the desired effect. Here are some ideas on how to combine various scents to create an unforgettable aroma:
• Floral Scents: Combine sweet smelling florals like jasmine, rose and lavender with herbal scents such as rosemary or thyme for a unique fragrance.
• Citrus Scents: Mix sweet orange, lemon and lime with complimentary woods like cedarwood and sandalwood for a refreshing smell.
• Spicy/Oriental Scents: Create a mysterious aroma by combining musky scents like frankincense with spicy flavors like cinnamon and nutmeg.
• Fruity Scents: Mix fruity smells such as raspberry or strawberry with a hint of vanilla for a delightful fragrance.
• Earthy/Woodsy Scents: Create an outdoor experience by mixing earthy aromas such as patchouli or sage with woodsy aromas like pine or cedarwood.
These are just a few ideas on how to combine different scents to create your own signature scent for your candle making journey. It is all about experimenting and finding out what combination of fragrance notes works best for you!
Welcome to my candle making blog! In this blog, I will be sharing my tips and tricks for making candles. I will also be sharing some of my favorite recipes.
