What wax has the highest fragrance load?

IGI's 4627 "Comfort Blend" holds the most fragrance of any wax we carry! It can hold 2 oz. of fragrance per pound (12%), and has excellent hot and cold throw.

What kind of wax holds the most fragrance?

Paraffin wax generates the greatest scent throw from added fragrance oils. Soy wax also creates a substantial scent throw, although some fragrance oils do not work well with soy wax.

What is maximum fragrance load?

The 'fragrance load' or fragrance % is the manufacturers recommended maximum amount of fragrance that a particular wax can retain. For example, if you are making a 16 oz. candle with a wax that has a maximum 10% fragrance load, you could add up to 1.6 oz.

What is the maximum fragrance load for soy wax?

Paraffin votive and pillar waxes will usually hold a maximum of 1 ounce per pound, and single-pour paraffin container waxes can usually hold as much as 1.5 ounces of fragrance per pound. For soy candles, the amount will vary between 1 - 2 ounces of fragrance per pound of wax.

Which soy wax holds the most scent?

How To Calculate The Exact Amount Of Wax

Which soy wax is better 444 or 464?

444 wax is slightly harder and has a higher melting point than 464. Ranging from 119 to 125 degrees Fahrenheit versus 113 to 119 for 464 wax. This wax can be a good option if you need to make sure your candles won't soften or melt in warmer weather.

How do I make my candles smell stronger?

How do you make a strong scent throw in soy candles?

Candles should be cured with their lids on, away from sunlight and in a space that is around room temperature. The minimum cure time can range from 3 days to several weeks. I have found that the longer they cure, the stronger the hot throw. I aim for at least a full week (7 days) before burning/selling.

How can I get 10 fragrance loads?

A scent load of 10% means that you add 10% of the wax mass as oil. So, to 100g of wax, you would add 10g of oil. Fragrance/Scent Load does not refer to the percentage of oil in the candle as a whole.

What happens if you put too much fragrance oil in a wax melt?

Add too much fragrance: Using more fragrance oil does not always guarantee a stronger scent throw. Each wax has a recommended fragrance oil load and going beyond that limit can cause the fragrance oil to separate from the wax which could be a potential fire hazard (not to mention the ugly "gooey" spots it can create).

Does soy wax hold fragrance well?

While fragrance tends to be more subtle in a soy candle, it still holds scent well and produces less soot than other wax types.

Is paraffin or soy wax better?

Due to its crystal structure paraffin wax has a higher melting point. This means it requires more heat to burn affecting the life of your candles. Whereas with soy wax candles the melting point is lower, allowing for a longer burn time. Soy candles have a stronger scent throw than paraffin wax candles.

What wax burns the longest?

The first step is understanding the wax. This is where soy reigns supreme. Paraffin wax tends to be cheaper, and burns at a much faster rate than soy wax. In comparing two candles of the same size, a paraffin candle will usually have a lifespan of 35 to 40 hours whereas a soy candle can burn for 50 to nearly 80 hours.

What wax gives the best hot throw?

As a general rule, paraffin waxes still provide better scent throw than soy waxes. Fragrance Oil Brand - Some fragrance oils are manufactured stronger than others using more natural ingredients and lower amounts of solvent, which tones down the fragrance strength.

What type of wax does Bath and Body Works use?

There are two main types of wax Bath & Body Works uses for their candles: vegetable and paraffin. (We'll talk more about paraffin in a minute.) Apparently, the brand's “Signature Collection Candles” are paraffin-free and contain a blend of vegetable and soy wax.

Why don't my candles smell strong?

If you are noticing that your candles are not producing a strong enough hot throw, you may want to lower the temperature at which you add the fragrance oil. It can be possible that some of the fragrance is burning off simply by the heat of the melted wax. Adding your fragrance at too high of a temperature will do this.

Why do my scented candles not smell?

To troubleshoot the problem, first try burning your candle in a smaller room, such as a bathroom or home office, in case the scent is simply subtler than expected. Also, try burning your candle for a longer period of time, as it may simply need a full melt-pool to diffuse the scent.

Why does my soy wax candle not smell?

Keep the size of the wick normal:

The size of the wick can also affect the scent throw of the candle. So be sure to keep the wick size medium; neither too long nor too short. We hope that these tips will help in making the soy candles smell stronger.

What kind of wax does Yankee candle use?

Yankee candles are made from paraffin wax, as well as essential oils for fragrance and cotton for the wicks.

How do you use 494 Golden wax?

Golden Wax 494 is a natural soy wax developed specifically to produce beautifully clean, frost free melts with strong fragrance throw. Melt Point 49-52C. Heat to 80-85C. Mix in fragrance and dye if required, stir gently.

What does 464 mean in soy wax?

Golden Brands GW 464 is a natural soy wax containing a soy based additive to reduce frosting and increase fragrance load. GW 464 is designed for use in container candles and blends well with other waxes, such as paraffin, slack, and microcrystalline wax. It is not recommended to blend GW 464 with beeswax.