Candle Making Temperature To Add Fragrance

Candle Making Temperature To Add Fragrance

Fragrance plays an important role in the appeal of a handmade candle. But, did you know that the temperature for adding fragrance to your candle wax is critical to the outcome? Below, we’ll go into detail about why temperature matters and what is the best temperature when incorporating fragrance in candle making.

The Temperature Matters

The temperature of the wax affects how quickly the fragrance can and will be released after burning the candle. If the wax is too cold, the candle won’t have a strong fragrance throw. The molecules in your fragrance oil need enough energy to break away from the wax and escape as vapor.

Choosing the Right Temperature

To get a good fragrance throw you need to add the fragrance oil while the wax is between 145 and 155 degrees Fahrenheit.

If the wax temperature is too hot the scent will dissipate quickly and you won’t get the desired effect. The temperature should not exceed 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Try Testing First

Before adding large amounts of fragrance to your candle batch, we recommend testing out a small sample. It could be an old jar of wax or an extra piece of wax from your batch. Just remember to detach the wick prior to adding the fragrance.

Steps for Adding Fragrance

• Wait for the wax to reach the desired temperature.
• Pour 2-3 ml of fragrance on the wax while stirring.
• Wait until you see ripples traveling around the wax.
• Stop stirring and wait for the ripples to disappear.
• Let the wax cool back down before pouring into the molds.

Keep It Cool

When adding essential oil to your wax it’s important to keep it cool. Be mindful not to let the temperature rise above the mentioned range, as this will cause the fragrance to dissipate quickly.

Final Word

The temperature of the wax plays a major role in achieving desired results when adding fragrance to your candles. It’s important to keep the wax between 145 and 155 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature above 165 degrees Fahrenheit will cause too much scent evaporation. Make sure to test out a sample size before adding your desired amount of fragrance oil to the wax.

Candle Making Temperature To Add Fragrance

Candle making is an art form that requires precision and skill, especially when it comes to adding fragrance. Because the temperature at which you add scent can drastically affect the performance of the candle, it is important to understand the best temperatures for maximum burn and scent throw.

Understanding Fragrance Components

The kind of fragrance oil you choose and the type of wax you use will determine the temperature at which you add the scent. Some fragrance oils burn better and throw scent further at higher temperatures while others work better at cooler temperatures. Because there are three different components of fragrance – water, oil, and alcohol – each one burns and disperses scent differently. Understanding what types of fragrance your candle has is important to adding fragrance correctly.

Adding Fragrance at the Right Temperature

Regardless of what type of wax and fragrance you are using, the best temperature for fragrance oil to reach maximum scent throw is between 155 and 170 degrees Fahrenheit. Below are the best temperatures for different waxes and fragrance combinations:

Paraffin Wax:

• Natural Fragrance Oils – 125 to 145 degrees Fahrenheit
• Synthetic Fragrance Oils – 150 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit

Vegetable Waxes:

• Natural Fragrance Oils – 110 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit
• Synthetic Fragrance Oils – 140 to 180 degrees Fahrenheit.

Gel Wax:

• Natural Fragrance Oils – 140 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit
• Synthetic Fragrance Oils – 175 to 200 degrees Fahrenheit.

Tips for Adding Fragrance

• Always add fragrance to melted wax slowly, stirring constantly to make sure the scent mixes well with the wax.
• Too much heat can cause the fragrance to dissipate too quickly, leaving a weak scent.
• When adding a blend of fragrances, add the oils with the highest flash point first and lower flash points last.
• Ideally, a double boiler should be used to help prevent overheating the wax.
• Fragrance should never be stored above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

Whether you are a beginner in the world of candle making or have been making candles for years, understanding the temperature at which you should add fragrance oil is essential to making a high-quality, long lasting candle. With the right wax and correct temperature, you’ll be able to craft impressive candles that will fill the room with fragrance.

Check this interactive table to know the candle making temperature to add fragrance

Augusta Murphy

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